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Dental Health Benefits of Your Apicoectomy Sep 12th, 2023

Most of us think of our teeth in terms of the crown — the part of the tooth we can see. But teeth are far more complex — and far more extensive, reaching deep into your jaw bone.  And, while the outside of the tooth is solid and durable, the...

How are Holistic Root Canals Different? Sep 12th, 2023

Root canal therapy (RCT) is a time-tested, safe, and effective way to save teeth that have been badly damaged by trauma, decay, or infections, helping patients avoid tooth loss and maintain their bite balance and their smiles. But even though most people respond well to root canal treatment, allergies or...

When to See a Specialist About Your Toothache Aug 8th, 2023

Tooth pain is pretty common; in fact, more than a quarter of American adults have untreated tooth decay, a common cause of toothaches. Others have tooth pain due to infections, trauma, or lifestyle habits, like grinding or clenching. Even thin, worn enamel can lead to tooth pain, especially when the tooth comes...

The Good News About Your Calcified Root Canal Treatment Aug 7th, 2023

Root canal therapy (RCT) is a widely used treatment aimed at preserving badly damaged teeth, so you can avoid extraction and maintain your bite balance and your smile. While the vast majority of root canals are straightforward, sometimes the tooth’s anatomy makes things a little more challenging. Calcified root canals are a good...

When Are Swollen Gums a Medical Problem? Jul 3rd, 2023

Swollen gums are quite common, and they’re often associated with gum disease, the leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But periodontal disease isn’t always the cause of swollen gums, which leaves plenty of people wondering when they need to seek treatment. At Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC, many of our patients...

Why You Shouldn't Delay Your Child's Dental Abscess Treatment Jul 2nd, 2023

Dental abscesses are deep infections involving the tooth and the tissues that surround and support it. While an abscess can be very serious, many parents are surprised to learn that they’re fairly common among kids. In fact, some research indicates that dental abscesses are a common cause of emergency room visits among kids. ...

Why Is My Tooth Turning Brown? Jun 1st, 2023

You don’t need to have super-white teeth to have a healthy smile. In fact, most people have teeth that are closer to a natural off-white or cream color, especially as they get older. But when a single tooth looks darker than your other teeth, that’s an indication of a problem...

4 Signs You Need an Emergency Root Canal Jun 1st, 2023

Every year, millions of Americans have root canal treatment to save badly damaged teeth. While some root canal treatments are planned out in advance, others need to be performed on an emergency basis in order to relieve acute symptoms of pain and prevent more serious complications from developing. At Compassionate...

What Hot and Cold Sensitivity Mean for Your Oral Health May 15th, 2023

More than 12% of Americans have sensitive teeth, experiencing painful symptoms when they eat hot or cold foods. While you might be able to limit sensitivity by carefully choosing your foods and drinks, it’s important to know that sensitivity could mean a serious oral health problem, which means having it evaluated by a...

How Is a Holistic Root Canal Unique? May 5th, 2023

More than 15 million root canals are performed each year in the United States, according to the American Academy of Endodontists, helping patients maintain their smiles and avoid having badly damaged teeth extracted.  Root canals use special materials to eliminate decay and restore the tooth’s strength and function, and for...

3 Reasons Why You May Need Root Canal Retreatment Apr 10th, 2023

Although root canal treatment is associated with a high success rate, there is a small chance that you might need a retreatment in the future. If that happens, it’s important to have a skilled dentist perform the retreatment to ensure your tooth is properly protected. The team at Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC is...

What Happens If You Have a Failed Root Canal Apr 10th, 2023

Root canal treatment is associated with a very high success rate — greater than 95% of root canals are successful. That means less than 5% of root canals fail — and when that happens, you need to have the tooth retreated. At Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC, our team is experienced in advanced techniques aimed at...

Do I Really Need Treatment for a Cracked Tooth? Mar 20th, 2023

Cracked teeth are surprisingly common — in fact, research estimates that as many as 80% of adults over age 40 have one or more teeth with cracks. While some tooth cracks are caused by traumatic injury to a tooth — either by an impact to the face or from biting...

Why Sudden Gum Swelling Is an Emergency — Even Without Pain Mar 20th, 2023

Healthy gums are essential for keeping your teeth healthy, too. If your gums are swollen, it’s a good sign that they need prompt, professional attention.  Most people think that as long as they don’t have any pain or discomfort, a little swelling is nothing to worry about. But that’s not...

6 Myths Patients Believe About Root Canals Mar 15th, 2023

Despite the numerous advances in dental techniques, technologies, materials, and medications, many patients remain afraid of even a routine dental visit, and few procedures have the fear-inducing reputation of the root canal. A root canal is often the approach most likely to preserve natural dentition, and plenty of data document...

Is an Abscessed Tooth Serious? Feb 22nd, 2023

Tooth abscesses are deep infections that form in your gums or around the lower parts of your tooth (the part under the gum). An abscess happens when bacteria invade these areas, causing infections and forming pockets of pus that are swollen and painful. While any type of tooth or gum...

What Your Chronic Bad Breath May Be Telling You Feb 10th, 2023

There’s no doubt that bad breath (or halitosis) can be embarrassing. Fortunately, stinky breath can often be tamed with brushing, flossing, and mouthwash — and maybe avoiding some well-known bad breath culprits, like coffee and onions.  But chronic bad breath is different. If you have chronic bad breath, brushing and...

Here's What to Expect At Your Apicoectomy Jan 25th, 2023

Most people know that root canals can help save teeth badly damaged by decay or trauma. But there’s another important dental procedure that’s not as well known — one that focuses on the tip of the tooth root. It’s called an apicoectomy, and like root canal therapy, it plays a...

The Benefits of 3D Imaging Jan 25th, 2023

X-rays play an important role in dental care, allowing your dentist to see your tooth structure and the bones that support your teeth. But as important as X-rays are, sometimes they don’t provide enough detail about your teeth and the tissue surrounding them. That’s when 3D imaging can help. The...

My Tooth is Darkening. What Does It Mean? Dec 1st, 2022

New York City is known as a city of glamour, a city where the image you create of yourself is of paramount importance. A single darkened tooth? Unthinkable! That’s obviously an exaggeration — most New Yorkers are not as image-obsessed as the media makes them out to be. But a...

4 Steps to Keep Your Gums Healthy Dec 1st, 2022

When most of us think about oral health, we think mainly about our teeth and the problems they can encounter — like cavities, cracks, or fractures. But our gums need care, too. In fact, without healthy gums, our teeth lose the support they need to stay healthy and beautiful. At...

5 Problems That React to Hot and Cold Exposure Nov 9th, 2022

Sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures isn’t uncommon. In fact, statistics show that about one out of every eight Americans suffer from sensitive teeth.  Sensitivity happens when the nerves located deep inside the tooth get irritated. Tiny channels called tubules transmit temperature from the surfaces of your teeth all the way to...

Home Care Tips for Your Aching Tooth Nov 9th, 2022

Roughly two out of five Americans — kids and adults — have an untreated cavity, with many others dealing with tooth pain from cracks, chips, and infections. Pain in a tooth is never normal — it’s your tooth’s way of letting you know you have a problem that needs to be dealt...

The Relationship Between Your Sinuses and Your Teeth Oct 1st, 2022

What’s the first thing you think of when you have a toothache? For most of us, cavities likely spring to mind. That’s not surprising, considering that as many as a quarter of American adults have at least one untreated cavity. But while tooth decay is one common cause of tooth pain,...

What Does a Holistic Root Canal Entail? Oct 1st, 2022

Every day in the United States, more than 40,000 root canals are performed, helping patients preserve their natural teeth and their smiles and confidence, too. A root canal uses special techniques to eliminate deep decay and infection, restoring the tooth and the way it functions. Root canals have been proven time and again...

What Causes Chronic Bad Breath and What Are My Options? Sep 7th, 2022

Dragon breath. Yuck mouth. Stank breath. These are some of the (believe it or not) kinder nicknames for chronic bad breath (or halitosis).  Sure, everybody knows foods, like garlic, onions, and coffee, can leave behind residues that make your breath smell bad. But foods and drinks are just two possible...

How to Handle the 5 Most Common Dental Emergencies Sep 7th, 2022

There are lots of different types of dental emergencies, but they all have one thing in common: They’re unexpected. Prompt treatment is important for relieving pain and other symptoms — and it’s essential for preventing the problem from getting worse, too. At Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC, our team offers state-of-the-art...

Why Would I Need Endodontic Surgery? Aug 11th, 2022

Most people know that endodontists are experts when it comes to root canals, one of the most commonly performed endodontic procedures. But even though root canals save more than 15 million teeth every year, that’s just part of what an endodontist does. At Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC, our team of skilled endodontist specialists performs...

When a Toothache Is Cause for Concern Aug 11th, 2022

If your teeth could talk, there wouldn’t be any need for toothaches: Your tooth could simply tell you something’s not right. Without a “voice,” tooth pain is the only way to get the message across. And if you ignore that ache, you could be setting yourself up for a more...

Nervous About Your Root Canal? Facts to Help Ease Your Mind Jul 28th, 2022

You need a root canal. Does that idea make you feel anxious or afraid? Many people have anxiety about root canals. However, when you know all the facts about this helpful restorative dental procedure, you’ll understand that a root canal is designed to help you, protect your dental health, and...

My Gums Are Swollen: Do I Have Periodontal Disease? Jul 27th, 2022

Thankfully, nearly everything in life comes with a warning system. Your weather app tells you when severe storms are moving in, your dashboard lights up when it’s time for a tune-up, and your phone’s battery tells you to charge up long before the device dies.  What’s better is that your...