To Pull or Not to Pull? That’s Today’s Question

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Answering Question, Oral Health

If you have a cracked tooth or significant decay, you might be faced with choosing between a tooth extraction or root canal procedure to save the tooth. This can be a difficult choice to make, and many people often look to the easiest, least expensive option, which is extraction.

Yes, pulling a tooth costs less than a root canal and it’s the fastest treatment, but it is really the best choice?

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You Might Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed If…

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Oral Surgery, Wisdom Teeth, Wisdom Teeth Removal

A third set of molars, wisdom teeth develop and grow later in life, between the seventeen and twenty-five. Although some people’s wisdom teeth come in without a problem, others do not have enough room in their mouths.

You might need your wisdom teeth out if you experience any of the following signs. Luckily, extracted wisdom teeth won’t leave you looking like one of Jeff Foxworthy’s famed rednecks.

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What Are Veneers and How Do They Work?

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Dental Veneer

When you hear the word “veneer,” you might think of a decorative, thin wooden covering that’s used to cover courser, less attractive surfaces. The veneers used in dentistry are thin covers, but they’re not made of wood.

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Options for Patients Who Want to Remove and Replace All of Their Teeth

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Dental Implants, Replacing Teeth

Living with missing teeth and/or lasting oral health problems not only causes painful symptoms, but can also affect a person’s health, diet, speech, and appearance. Many of our patients who have persistent oral health concerns due to past injuries, genetics, damage, a history of poor oral hygiene, or age eventually decide that removing and replacing all of their teeth is the best way to completely restore their smiles, eliminate unpleasant symptoms, and achieve the appearance they want.

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How Brushing and Flossing Helps Your Heart: The Connection Between Gum Disease and Heart Health

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Gum Disease, Heart Health, Periodontal Disease

Regular brushing and flossing can protect the health of your heart by protecting the health of your gums. Although the heart and gums might seem like unrelated parts of the body, more and more research has demonstrated that the health of the cardiovascular system and a person’s gums are actually closely correlated.

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What Your Lost Teeth Didn’t Tell You About Dental Implants

Author: Cardinal Dental
Topics: Dental Implants, Missing Teeth, Replacing Teeth

If you’ve lost a tooth (or several) to something other than the tooth fairy, read on to find out why it’s important to replace lost teeth and why dental implants are one of the best ways to restore your smile.

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