My Dentist Caused a Dental Emergency and Won’t Refund Me
I had a crown put on a front tooth because of a slight deformity. There was nothing wrong with the health of the tooth. A few weeks later, the tooth became very sensitive. My dental office said that was fairly normal after a crown so I didn’t think much about it. Because it was my […]
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How Long Can a Root Canal Be Put Off?
I’ve been told I need a root canal treatment but my last two paychecks have been pretty small due to an illness I’ve had. Is it okay to put it off for a bit? If so, when will I know if it is time to find a way to make it happen? Cameron Dear Cameron, […]
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Antibiotics for a Tooth Infection
If you could help me I’d greatly appreciate it. I went to see my dentist because of a tooth infection. I was in a lot of pain. My dentist prescribed me some antibiotics. I did much better for a while. However, a few days after the antibiotics ran out, the swelling and pain started back […]
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Missed Diagnosis Caused Him Unnecessary Pain and Trauma
I’ve recently had a nightmare of a dental visit and would love some advice from someone not in the area. I had my lower left back molar began to be sensitive to cold beverages and was sensitive even when I just touched it. I was new to this town so went to a dentist who […]
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Will Decaying Wisdom Teeth Fall Out On Their Own?
I have teeth that are in fairly good shape, with the exception of my wisdom teeth. They are quite decayed. My question is, will they just sort of fall apart on their own? Most of them are halfway decayed. One is in bits and pieces. I’m in my mid-thirties so I assume that there are […]
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What is a Pulpotomy?
My daughter’s pediatric dentist gets annoyed with me quickly. I tend to ask a lot of questions. Yesterday, I could tell he’d had it with me so I just shut up. However, before I bring my daughter back for the second appointment he set up to do a pulpotomy, I’d like to know what it […]
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Pain with Home Teeth Whitening
I’ve been doing a home whitening kit. Until recently, everything was going fine. Two days ago, I started having the zap of pain for about 20 seconds. It’s enough to make me stop in my tracks. The only thing I can think of is the tooth that is zapping me has a dental bonding repair […]
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