EPO Dental Specialists' Blog

If you’ve been watching TV or movies at all during the last few decades, you’ve probably seen root canals comedically portrayed as horrific and agonizing ordeals. While these depictions can indeed be quite funny, they are not true to life and may have given root canals their undeservedly fierce reputation. Here’s how your endodontist will ensure your comfort during the root canal process, as well as a few of the impressive benefits this treatment can provide.

Most people would lump a root canal in with other joyful tasks like visiting the DMV or spending the day with their mother-in-law. The truth is, most of the information swirling around either online or by word-of-mouth is bogus and has been spread as misinformed legends and myths. In this post, we’ll lay out some of the more common misconceptions and tell you why the procedure is no big deal.

Many people these days choose to schedule oral surgery during breaks from school or work – meaning the holiday season is often a perfect time to do so! And with this time of year just around the corner, you might be gearing up for tooth extraction, dental implant placement, or some other type of surgical procedure. However, you might be a little concerned about how this is going to impact your holiday plans – rest assured, you can still enjoy many of your festivities while recuperating from oral surgery! Here are a few useful tips to keep in mind.

Wearing braces as an adult can be a little nerve-wracking, especially the first time you debut them at work. But while it’s normal to feel a little self-conscious at first, it will get easier. Still, adjusting to new equipment and caring for your teeth away from home will require a little practice, but armed with the right tools, keeping your treatment on track away from home will be a breeze!

For a variety of reasons, all kinds of people are are made anxious by the prospect of visiting the dentist. Helping nervous patients feel comfortable is a skill that every oral health professional has to learn, and conquering that fear is important for any patient who wants to have a healthy smile.

However, the the truth is that dentists are nothing to be scared of. If you find that a little hard to believe, here are a few reasons why that’s the case.

Oral surgery can be daunting for many patients, often making them feel anxious and apprehensive. In these cases, sedation dentistry is a valuable option to consider. It allows people to remain relaxed and comfortable while undergoing dental procedures. However, before moving forward with the process, it’s important to understand the various options available and their associated costs. Read on to learn what to expect when it comes to the cost of sedation dentistry!

A dental implant is unlike any other tooth replacement method because it treats both the root and the crown. It is the most reliable solution for missing teeth, with over a 95% success rate. Dental implants are proven to last for 30 years or longer with the correct care, but failure can still occur. It’s important to contact your dentist at the first sign of a problem to avoid dental implant failure.

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Dental implants are the best solution to tooth loss currently available because they look and function just like real teeth. Since placing them involves surgery, you might wonder if you can travel normally during the recovery period, and some people have particular concerns about flying due to changing air pressure. Read on to learn about traveling by airplane after receiving dental implants.

If you’ve heard of dental implants, you probably know that they’re considered the ultimate tooth restoration option in terms of look, feel, and functionality. One specific way in which they’re utilized is the All-on-4 method, which relies on strategically placing four implant posts into a patient’s jaw, coupled with a customized denture on top. Though this surgical procedure might sound a little intense, it’s nothing to worry about if you take the recovery period seriously and know what to expect. That said, here’s what you need to know and some tips to help you navigate the healing process.

Although bridges and dentures are supported by generations of success, 500,000 people every year are choosing dental implants to replace their missing teeth. They are unlike any other treatment because they replicate both the root and the crown. Not to mention, they have over a 95% success rate and are proven to last for decades. Here are 6 secrets behind their track record of success.

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