A root canal may sound scarier than trying to babysit two-year-old sextuplets for the weekend, but if it does, you probably just need to learn more about it. Why does the term “root canal” elicit fear in so many people? It’s important to remove the fiction and present the facts about root canal therapy. Keep reading to learn from your dentist in La Plata about root canal myths and get more information about a procedure that has helped a lot of people through the years.

One of the great things about today’s world is the options that are available to you to change things you aren’t fully satisfied with. From cell phone carriers to styles of jeans, there are so many choices to get exactly what you want. The same goes for your smile!  Treatments like veneers and dental crowns have helped millions of patients get the pearly whites they’ve always wanted. But what exactly does each entail? What are the main differences between them? Keep reading to learn all about veneers, crowns, their differences, and the one that is best for you!

One of the wonderful things about recent dental advances is that the perfect, straight smile you have always wanted is a more viable option now. Traditional braces were a deterrent for many adults due to their obvious appearance. Invisalign gives the opportunity to straighten teeth in a discreet way with its clear aligners. But some people only want their top teeth treated. Your dentist is here to tell you all you need to know about single-arch treatment for Invisalign.

Radiation is found everywhere, from space to the air you and your family breathe. Although it is natural, too much radiation can damage DNA cells. It’s normal to have concerns about adding to your child’s daily radiation exposure with dental X-rays, but there’s nothing to fear. Digital X-rays virtually eliminate radiation exposure to provide safer dental care for your little one. Here’s why you can relax the next time your child needs digital X-rays.

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