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What Common Dental Emergencies Cause Facial Pain?

April 5, 2023

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a patient suffering from facial pain

Facial pain can be quite frustrating—whether it’s a throbbing headache, nagging toothache, sore jaw, or some other type of issue that’s causing discomfort, it’s not always easy to identify the source of the problem or determine if it warrants emergency care. Fortunately, your emergency dentist is equipped to handle a wide range of emergencies that cause facial pain! Here’s more about some of the common dental issues that are known to cause facial distress, along with why you shouldn’t hesitate to seek urgent assistance.

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Can You Straighten Your Smile with Invisalign Even if You Grind Your Teeth?

March 13, 2023

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a woman smiling with her Invisalign aligners

Modern technology and techniques have made it more convenient than ever to achieve the straighter smile you’ve always wanted. Fortunately, you can say goodbye to having to endure the metal brackets and wires of traditional braces and wear Invisalign instead. This orthodontic treatment offers a discreet, comfortable, and convenient way to align your teeth with clear, removable aligners. However, you may be concerned if the treatment would still work for you since you grind your teeth. Read on to learn more about Invisalign and bruxism (teeth grinding).

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What Should I Do If My Invisalign Aligners Don’t Fit?

February 13, 2023

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person smiling while holding Invisalign aligner

Invisalign treatment is a popular way to straighten one’s smile for a more beautiful and uniform look. Just like with traditional braces, it can take some time to get used to your trays. The treatment depends on the Invisalign trays perfectly fitting your smile, but what if they don’t fit your mouth properly? Keep reading to learn about how your aligners should fit and what to do if they don’t.

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5 Ways to Handle an Object Stuck Between Your Teeth

January 10, 2023

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a man hurting from an object stuck between his teeth

Do you have an object stuck between your teeth that’s making you uncomfortable? You aren’t the first person to experience this. Whether you were eating or have a habit of chewing on pens or pencils, it can be fairly easy to get something lodged in your smile. While this may not be a dental emergency, it can be unsettling if you aren’t sure how to deal with the situation. Keep reading to learn five tips for safely removing food or debris from between your pearly whites.

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What to Do If You Lose a Filling

December 13, 2022

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A man suffering from a lost dental filling in Cary

If a dental filling just fell out of your mouth, chances are you’re anxious and scared. In fact, you may even feel pain in the affected tooth. However, it’s crucial not to panic over the situation. To protect your oral health, you need to take the proper steps as soon as possible. That being the case, then, your local dentist is here with some help. Read on to learn four things you should do to manage a lost dental filling in Cary.

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How to Maximize Your Thanksgiving Experience with Dental Implants

November 4, 2022

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If you suffer from tooth loss, you are probably used to “dealing” with it, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Tooth loss can affect your ability to chew and speak, not to mention the health issues it can cause. Fortunately, there are tooth replacement options to choose from and none of them can match the change to your quality of life that dental implants can offer. This Thanksgiving, don’t worry about coming up with an excuse for why you won’t be having a plate in front of everyone. Dental implants will enable you to eat what everyone else is having and talk clearly while you’re doing it. Well, don’t talk with your mouth full, but you get the idea. Keep reading to learn about eating with dental implants in Cary to enhance your Thanksgiving and the many years to follow.

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What Should I Expect During an Emergency Dental Visit?

October 5, 2022

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Woman visiting her emergency dentist.

Have you ever experienced a dental emergency and felt the world come to a sudden, screeching halt? Dental emergencies have a knack for happening when we least expect them to; and often, they happen when it’s least convenient! But any time you sustain a serious dental emergency, your first move should be contacting and visiting your emergency dentist in Cary. That said, you might not know what to expect upon arriving for this appointment. Here are three things you can anticipate so that things go as smoothly as possible.

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Can Ignoring a Toothache Be Fatal?

September 14, 2022

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If you’ve ever experienced a toothache, you know from experience how debilitating it can be. Because they’re incredibly common, many people think it’s okay to wait until the pain is severe to seek treatment. However, doing that can have serious consequences. It’s strongly recommended that you make an appointment with your emergency dentist as soon as you feel any type of pain to rule out an infection. Otherwise, your situation can become fatal. In this blog post, you’ll learn more about how a tooth infection can affect your body and what you can do to keep yourself safe.

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Surprised on Summer Vacation? How to Handle a Dental Emergency

August 2, 2022

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young man experiencing toothache

School will be starting back in a couple of weeks, and many families are preparing for their big summer vacation right before getting back into the routine of things. It’s a great time to get away – but as you pack your bags and check items off your pre-getaway to-do list, are you remembering to prepare for the unexpected, like a dental emergency? Now is a great time to ensure you aren’t surprised if something like a toothache or dental injury happens to you or a loved one. Keep reading to learn more from the emergency dentist Cary trusts. 

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5 Things You Should Know Before Getting Invisalign

July 22, 2022

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Dentist explaining Invisalign treatment to patient

Over the last 20+ years, Invisalign has become well known for their removable trays, discreet approach to teeth-straightening, and shorter treatment timelines. Despite that, patients often run into some surprises during their consultation and treatment. To be as prepared and informed as possible, read on to learn a few things you should know before getting Invisalign.

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