Best OTC Pain Relief for Toothache: What works best and why?

Best OTC Pain Relief for Toothache: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Tylenol, Antibiotics, and Opioids Explained Dental pain is miserable. Whether it is a toothache, soreness after an extraction, or discomfort after dental treatment, most people want relief quickly. For many years, patients assumed that “stronger” pain medicine meant an opioid prescription. Dentistry, like the rest of healthcare, […]

Holiday Smiles: A Quick End-of-Year Check-In

Holiday Smiles: A Quick End-of-Year Check-In   The holidays are here — and so are the cookies, chocolates, and “just one more” treats. Good news: research shows cavities care more about how often you snack than how much.¹ So enjoy dessert, just don’t nibble your way from December 1st to January 1st. If you’re sipping […]

Why Do We Do Root Canal Treatments?

Do You Need a Root Canal? Here’s What You Need To Know Root canal therapy (RCT) is a common treatment for saving teeth that have been severely damaged or infected. But how do you know if you need one? Common signs include: These symptoms usually indicate that the tooth’s pulp—the soft tissue inside the tooth—has […]