My top right second molar is falling apart. It chipped last wear while I was eating. Now, tiny pieces have fallen off gradually. Although I cannot see the tooth well, it feels rugged. The tooth is sensitive and sore too. My dental anxiety level is high. Will the tooth fall out eventually, or do I […]
Will my porcelain veneer be ruined after a root canal?
I am prone to getting severe sinus infections, so when my face started swelling and I had some pain, I assumed that was what was happening. But, the pain didn’t subside after a couple weeks. So, I went into the dentist and unfortunately I have an abscess that has developed, which is a bummer because […]
Is a dental implant the only option to replace a front tooth?
I am in trouble because I don’t think I can afford a dental implant on top of all the other work the dentist said I needed. Here’s the problem. When I was little, I had two accidents where I was hit in the mouth. Once I fell off a swing and the other time a […]
If my loose teeth fall out, will I need dental implants?
I’m freaking out because I fell down last week and now my front teeth are loose. I slipped on the ice and landed on my face. At first, things seemed fine. Now, my front teeth hurt to chew with and they are loose. Do I need to go to the dentist? Will I need to […]
Extreme sensitivity after porcelain veneers.
I love the way my new porcelain veneers look. They have made me feel confidant and I love looking in the mirror now. However, I have been dealing with some severe sensitivity. Anything cold gives me a zing! I can’t even drink a glass of cool water. When I called into my dentist, he said […]
Why won’t teeth whitening strips work on my discolored tooth?
I have an annoying discolored tooth that shows when I smile. I admit, I’m a smoker (which won’t change) and I do drink a lot of coffee. I thought the tooth whitening strips would take care of it. But they are not working. In fact, it seem as if the tooth is actually looking darker. […]