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The aim of a root canal treatment (also known as endodontic treatment) is to save a tooth that has been badly damaged due to decay, injury or even disease. Many people prefer to save a tooth than to have it extracted because a natural tooth generally functions better than an artificial tooth. * No Copyright Infringement Is Intended Before a root canal treatment is suggested, your dentist will typically take some radiographs and examine your tooth. If a root canal treatment is

* No Copyright Infringement Is Intended A dental extraction is the removal of teeth from the dental avelous (socket) in the alveolar bone. These days, teeth are extracted less frequently because retention of teeth is nearly always better than extraction. However, there are times when extraction is the best treatment option. Extractions are performed for a variety of reasons, but most commonly to remove teeth which have become unforeseeable. Here are some of the reasons why te

Fissures are the grooves that naturally occur on the biting surfaces of teeth. All molars and premolars have fissures, occasionally they also can occur on canines and front teeth. * No Copyright Infringement Is Intended If the fissures are deep and narrow, tooth bristles cannot fit inside to clean out the food and plaque. The plaque acid will then eat into the tooth enamel and cause decay. * No Copyright Infringement Is Intended Not all fissures are prone to decay. Only the d

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are inserted into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. Implants are a popular choice with patients because they closely mimic the look and function of real teeth. They are an attractive alternative to dentures and bridges. After the implant is inserted into the jawbone, it is fitted with an artificial tooth (the crown) through the use of an abutment. A dental implant is designed to last many years, but poor oral hygiene can sho

Invisalign aligners are the clear alternative to the traditional metal braces. Clear aligners are custom made and are virtually invisible and fit snugly over your teeth. Each aligner shifts your teeth slightly, moving them horizontally and vertically and even rotating them when needed. The aligners are engineered to use the right amount of force in the right places at the right times. Aligners are typically switched out every week or two, and gradually move your teeth into po

TMJ disorders are pretty common and can affect the day to day life of someone immensely. The jaw joint, TMJ, can be felt right infront of your ears when opening and closing your mouth. TMJ disorders are more common in women and can cause pain and limited movement of the lower jaw. * No Copyright Infringement Is Intended There are a wide array of causes for TMJ disorders and can include but are not limited to: - Trauma to the face or head - Grinding of teeth - Missing teeth -

Most BC residents are not covered through their MSP services for dental treatment, except for a few groups of people (Low income residents and their children). More often than not however, many obtain extended health and dental benefits through insurance coverage offered by school or work. These dental insurances can be difficult to understand in terms of their coverage. If you have trouble understanding your coverage, you've come to the right place! Most dental clinics, incl