Dental cavities are the most common illness in the world, and they can lead to negative consequences such as tooth loss, the other teeth drifting out of alignment, and possibly even dangerous secondary infections like sepsis. Thankfully, dentists today can use fillings to eliminate tooth decay and repair the damage it causes. Here’s a brief guide to dental fillings, including how they work and how to tell if you need one.

Dental emergencies always seem to strike when you least expect them, and they can ruin a good time, cause severe pain, and lead to serious oral health consequences down the line if they are not promptly treated. While it’s usually best to schedule an appointment with your emergency dentist to have an oral health crisis treated, there are some cases when the emergency room might be able to help. Here’s a brief overview of dental emergencies and how to tell if you should head to your dentist’s office or the ER.

Loose teeth can be kind of exciting when you’re a child. After all, it means you’re growing up, and you may even have a surprise from the tooth fairy to look forward to.  But loose teeth don’t have quite the same appeal as an adult. That’s because your permanent teeth are supposed to be just that: permanent. In fact, a loose adult tooth can be a sign of big trouble in your mouth. But while a loose adult tooth doesn’t necessarily mean you’re about to lose it, if you do notice this symptom, it’s imperative that you act quickly. Here’s what you should do next.

You’re sitting in the dental chair, minding your own business, when your dentist interrupts the mental argument you were just about to win. They say you have a cavity.

Gone is whatever point you were trying to make to yourself. Now your mind is rapidly scrolling through bits and pieces of information. You’ll need a crown, you think. Or is it a filling? Gah! What’s the difference?

Not to worry, fair reader! Just keep on going. You’ll find everything you need to know about crowns and fillings and how to choose the right option for you.