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A root canal procedure becomes necessary when infection or inflammation develops in the pulp tissue of the tooth. Pulp tissue consists of blood vessels, connective tissue and nerve cells — which explains why a problem here may cause you to feel intense pain. In time, the pain may go away… at least temporarily. Without treatment, however, the infection won’t. It can lead to a dental abscess, and may even contribute to systemic problems in other parts of the body.
We’ve all heard the gag: “I’d rather have a root canal…” This comedy line, comparing the procedure to something truly undesirable, may be funny — but putting off needed endodontic treatment is no joke. The idea that a root canal procedure invariably comes with complications and pain is a shopworn myth. It’s certainly true that infection or inflammation in the tooth’s pulp can be excruciatingly painful. But you should remember that having a root canal results in eliminating this acute pain and is not the cause of the pain.
Need another reason not to delay root canal treatment? How about this: A natural tooth that’s saved via root canal treatment and restoration helps you avoid the problems that commonly occur when teeth must be removed. These include unwanted tooth migration or shifting, which can lead to difficulties in chewing; the need for bridgework or dental implants, which may be costly and complicated; and even the eventual loss of bone structure from the area of the missing tooth.
Root canal problems stem from infection and inflammation of the tooth’s pulp tissue. One potential cause of infection is deep tooth decay. Untreated dental cavities eventually allow bacteria to work their way down to the center of the tooth, where they may infect the pulp tissue. Another path by which bacteria may come into contact with pulp is via chipped or cracked teeth. Any opening in the protective enamel coating has the potential to allow bacteria access to the tooth’s pulp.
Trauma to the tooth — the kind that might result from a sports injury or automobile accident, for example — is also a major cause of pulp tissue damage. In this case, it’s essential to seek treatment immediately, both to try and save the tooth, and to prevent future problems.
In some cases, extensive dental work itself may cause damage to the pulp tissue that will need to be treated via a root canal. Having multiple fillings or restorations on the same tooth increases the chances of this type of injury. Occasionally, common procedures like crown preparation or orthodontics may eventually lead to root canal problems.
GIO Dental at Station Landing offers cosmetic bonding for broken or decayed teeth restoration. This procedure is one of the most efficient and inexpensive way to alter damaged teeth to a perfect smile. Bonding utilizes tooth-colored composite to replace and conceal missing or defective teeth.
Dental bonding can be beneficial for patients experiencing cosmetic imperfections such as the following:
Discolored or stained teeth
Here are some of the benefits of dental bonding:
Do you think of bone as a hard, rigid material that never changes? In fact bone remodels itself all the time: Your body is constantly depositing new bone cells and removing old ones. In the case of the bone that supports your teeth, this process can be helpful or harmful. For example, the jawbone’s adaptability allows an orthodontist to move teeth into a better position with braces. But in the case of losing a tooth as an adult, the bone changes that result can have serious consequences.
When teeth are lost, the bone that used to surround them begins to melt away or “resorb.” Tooth-supporting bone can also be lost when you have periodontal (gum) disease. If you loose enough teeth and bone, your facial features will sag, giving you a more aged appearance; it can also complicate treatment to replace your missing teeth. Fortunately, with modern bone grafting-techniques, the bone that has been lost can be built up again. This can benefit both your health and appearance by strengthening your jawbone, allowing more effective tooth replacement, and increasing support to your facial features.
The grafting material itself can come from your own body, but very often it is bone from an animal or human donor that has been treated by a laboratory to make it sterile and safe. It can even be a synthetic substance. Grafting material comes in a variety of forms: powder, granules, putty or a gel that can be injected through a syringe. The graft, which is generally covered by a collagen membrane for optimum bone repair, will act as a scaffold onto which your body will build new bone.
When you’re looking for a good cosmetic dentist, always make sure that they have the necessary expertise, equipment, and professionalism to provide you with the smile you are hoping for. GIO Dental has the experience and facility to offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures that can improve your teeth’s appearance and fully enhance your smile. Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term for numerous aesthetic or restorative dental procedures aimed to improve smile aesthetics and restore tooth functionality.
Led by Dr. Farshad Gobbeh, or Dr. G for short, GIO Dental provides clients with quality procedures for general, specialized, and cosmetic dentistry. Most of our patients in Station Landing and its surrounding areas have found a dramatic increase in their self-confidence following their cosmetic dentistry treatment at GIO Dental. The results can also help improve overall appearance and boost self-confidence.
Here are a few ways GIO Dental can help you using cosmetic dentistry procedures:
Lengthen short teeth – Whether it’s by nature or through damage, short teeth can hamper patients’ quality of life. We can lengthen short teeth through the application of crowns and veneers.
Fill tooth gaps or replace lost teeth – Gaps between teeth and lost teeth can be fixed using a variety of procedures such as dental implants, crowns, veneers, and resin application. Gio Dental at Station Landing is fully equipped to provide these specialized dental procedures to all patients.
Reshape irregularly-shaped teeth – Teeth reshaping is a cosmetic dental procedure that fixes chipped, poorly aligned, or uneven teeth. Gio Dental at Station Landing can provide dental contouring to give you a smile you can be proud of.
Whiten stained or discolored teeth – While there are home-based procedures to achieve white teeth, the safest and most effective way is to visit your dentist. Teeth whitening is a simple cosmetic dental procedure that Gio Dental at Station Landing is fully equipped to deliver.
Correct misaligned or crooked teeth – Gio Dental at Station Landing is proud to offer Invisalign, a revolutionary procedure that seeks to fix misaligned or crooked teeth without the use of metal or wires. Contact us today to find out how you can avail of our Invisalign procedure.
A crown completely covers a tooth above the gum line. This is in contrast to a dental veneer, which only covers a tooth’s front surface and needs natural tooth structure to support it. Therefore, if a tooth is missing a significant amount of structure above the gum line, a crown would be the restoration of choice.
Crowns strengthen damaged teeth, allowing them to function normally again. When crafted from today’s high-tech porcelains (dental ceramics), crowns are virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. They can even be designed to improve upon a tooth’s original appearance.
There are other materials besides porcelain that we can use to make dental crowns, depending on what qualities are most important. For durability, cast gold can’t be beat. However, this is not always the most aesthetic choice — especially towards the front of the mouth. Other possibilities include porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns (PFM), which have a metal interior for strength and a porcelain exterior for a more natural appearance, and all-porcelain crowns with zirconia, representing the strongest ceramic. We would be happy to discuss the pros and cons of these various options with you.
Crowning or capping a tooth will usually take two to three visits. At the first visit, your tooth is prepared to receive its new crown. First, it is shaped to fit inside the new covering. This will involve some drilling to give the tooth a uniform shape. The tooth and the surrounding area will be numbed beforehand. If there is very little tooth structure left to begin with, the tooth may have to be built up with filling material, rather than filed down, to support the crown.
After the tooth is prepared, impressions of your teeth are taken, either digitally or with reliable, putty-like impression materials, and sent to the dental laboratory. There, the impressions will be used to make models of your teeth for the creation of a crown. The models will serve as guides to the highly skilled lab technicians, who will ensure that your new crown is designed to enhance your smile and function well within your bite.
Before you leave the office, a temporary crown will be attached to your tooth to protect it until the permanent crown is ready. At the second visit, your permanent crown will be attached to your tooth with either a resin that hardens when exposed to a special light source, or a type of permanent cement.
The cosmetic issues relating to teeth are varying, but one of the problems many people face is that of the gum variety. In some cases, the gum, or gingival, tissue is too prevalent, causing a person’s smile to appear “gummy.” In other cases, the gum tissue may be receding, exposing the roots of the teeth and causing the teeth to appear too long. Whatever your situation may be, GIO Dental can help with cosmetic gum surgery or gum contouring surgery to even out an uneven gum for a more appealing smile.
There are many benefits to opting for cosmetic gum surgery. Some of these benefits include the following:
Achieve an ideal gum to tooth ratio
Enhance your smile
Improve gum health
Reduce tooth sensitivity
Protect roots from decay
Dental implants are a long-term investment in oral health. So, if you’re looking for dental implants services, always choose the dental care provider with the highest level of expertise, equipment, and professionalism. Our dental implants are made from high quality dental impressions and are installed using the latest dental techniques.
Installing dental implants requires a minor surgical procedure, wherein the implant is screwed into place into the jawbone and capped with a crown to give it a life-like finish. To achieve this, we use state-of-the-art analytical panoramic x-rays to know precisely where to place the implant on the jawbone. The crown itself is created using CEREC, the latest hardware in dental technology that helps us build the most realistic and reliable crowns, veneers, and other implants. All of this is done in an operating room that adheres to the strictest health and safety regulations.
With more than a decade of medical experience, Dr. Farshad Ghobbeh, or Dr. G to his patients, leads the Gio Dental at Station Landing team in the precise application of dental implants and other dental services to all our patients. By bringing together modern techniques, high quality equipment, and compassionate dentists, we install dental implants effectively, efficiently, and with the highest levels of care.
The dental filling procedure aims to repair minimal to moderate tooth damage. Dental fillings are placed on, around, and inside the damaged parts of the tooth to even out the surface for a better bite, while also protecting the tooth from further decay.
There are two broad categories of dental fillings: metal fillings and tooth-colored fillings. Each may offer particular advantages and disadvantages in certain situations.
Amalgam — The classic “silver” filling in use for more than a century, dental amalgam is actually an alloy made up of mercury, silver, tin, and copper. The mercury combines with the other metals in the amalgam to make it stable and safe. These fillings are strong and inexpensive, but also quite noticeable. They also require relatively more tooth preparation (drilling) than other types.
Cast Gold — Among the most expensive restorative dental materials, cast gold combines gold with other metals for a very strong, long-lasting filling. It is also highly noticeable, which can be considered a plus or minus.
We are one of the leading providers of dental fillings in Medford, Massachusetts. With our in-house team of dental experts, we offer only the highest quality general dentistry procedures to patients. Led by Dr. Farshad Ghobbeh, more popularly known as Dr. G, Gio Dental at Station Landing is proud to provide the residents of Medford with the dental care they deserve. Our clinic works hard to help patients achieve their dental goals and give them a smile they can be proud of.
Sometimes a tooth suffers damage that is too severe to be treated with a simple filling, but too minimal to be treated with a crown. In cases like these, a person’s best option for tooth restoration may be an inlay or an onlay. An inlay covers the center of a tooth’s surface, while an onlay covers the entire biting surface of the tooth. GIO Dental at Station Landing offers inlay and onlay procedures for patients looking to correct tooth damage or decay.
There are many cosmetic and functional benefits a person may experience after deciding to undergo an inlay or onlay procedure. The procedure provides restoration of natural shape and tooth function, along with reduced tooth sensitivity. In addition to this, the procedure will also help prevent further plaque buildup, and provide protection from future tooth decay. Furthermore, this can all be achieved with little recovery time.
For years, the main way to fix crooked or misaligned teeth was through the installation of braces. However, braces are cumbersome and painful to apply. Fortunately, dental science has provided us with the new Invisalign® clear aligner system. Invisalign results in straighter teeth, without the disadvantages of metal braces. Gio Dental at Station Landing is proud to offer Invisalign to Medford clients.
As the name implies, Invisalign clear aligners are made of almost invisible polyurethane plastic. Rather than being cemented or bonded to the teeth as metal or clear braces are, clear aligners are completely removable. This becomes necessary for people who would rather be braces-free while attending important social occasions, eating, and, most importantly, while tooth-brushing and flossing. While there are some disadvantages, such as resisting the temptation to take your aligners out more than is advised, the many benefits outweigh the drawbacks. Here are some major advantages of the Invisalign system:
Improved Oral Hygiene — With an orthodontic appliance that is removable, you will be able to clean your teeth much more easily than if you were wearing metal braces. Invisalign is easy to remove and can be reattached just as easily.
More Dietary Choices — To protect metal wires and braces, some diet modifications are necessary. With clear aligners, you can still bite into an apple or a crispy pizza crust. Invisalign uses clear thermoplastic polyurethane material that is durable and reliable.
Comfort — The thin, flexible material of which Invisalign is made will not irritate the soft tissues of the mouth, as metal wires and braces can. The high-quality thermoplastic materials Invisalign is made of is both strong and pliable.
Teeth-Grinding Protection — If you have a teeth-grinding or clenching habit, clear aligners can function as thin nightguards that will protect your teeth from excessive wear. Because of the strong materials that Invisalign is made of, it can withstand a lot of grinding and clenching, and can provide long lasting protection.
Clear aligner technology has been improving over the years and can correct many malocclusions that once would have been too complicated for this form of treatment. While there are still some situations for which traditional braces would still be applicable, the Invisalign clear aligner system has seen consistent results, and is fast becoming the top choice of orthodontic appliance for many patients. These can be discussed in detail with you.
In fact, it is estimated that in the United States, oral cancer is responsible for killing one person every hour, every day.
While it accounts for a relatively small percentage of all cancers, oral cancer is dangerous because it isn’t usually detected until it has reached an advanced stage. At that point, the odds aren’t great: only about 6 in 10 people will survive after five years of treatment.
If there was a simple test that could give you an early warning about whether you’re likely to have this disease, would you take it? The good news is — there is! Since early detection has been shown to increase the survival rate of oral cancer to 80% or better, this test can truly save lives. And best of all, having an oral cancer screening is part of something you should be doing anyway: getting regular dental checkups.
An oral cancer examination is fast and painless. Its objective is to identify small changes in the lining tissues of the mouth, lips and tongue that may signify the early stages of this type of cancer. The screening is primarily a visual and tactile (touch) examination. If any abnormalities are noted, a small tissue sample can be retrieved for further testing in a laboratory.
Studies show that more than 47% of Americans suffer from periodontitis, otherwise known as gum disease. This number increases to more than 70% in adults who are 65 years old and older. In many cases, gum disease spreads from the gums to the bones that support the teeth. This can cause a more severe case of gum disease which can sometimes result in tooth loss. Whether your situation is mild, moderate, or severe, GIO Dental at Station Landing can help treat gum disease with periodontal disease therapy.
Periodontal disease therapy may be recommended for mild, moderate, or severe cases of gum disease. People with gum disease may display symptoms such as:
Swollen gums
Bright red gums
Tender gums
Bad breath
Toothache
Receding gums
Loose teeth
Tooth loss
At GIO Dental, the goal with periodontal therapy is to restore diseased tissue to health. With this therapy, patients can reduce or prevent the risk of disease in the gums and mouth. The treatment also protects against tooth loss, and helps to achieve optimal oral health.
You may already know that a veneer is a thin covering over another surface. In dentistry, a veneer is a wafer-thin layer of super-strong porcelain that convincingly substitutes for natural tooth enamel. When bonded to your teeth, veneers can create a natural-looking, beautiful new surface. That’s because dental porcelain, like natural tooth enamel, is translucent and tough. But it doesn’t stain like tooth enamel does.
Recent years have brought remarkable advances in dental porcelain technology. These days, veneers can be made so thin that they can sometimes be bonded directly onto your existing tooth surface. In other cases, a very thin layer of tooth enamel — as thin as the veneer itself — needs to be removed to fit the new porcelain surface and make it look as lifelike as possible. Either way, the results are sure to make you smile.
Veneers can be used to improve any of the following characteristics of your teeth:
There are some situations in which veneers would be inappropriate. For example, if you have significantly misaligned teeth or a large gap, orthodontics might be a more appropriate solution than veneers. And if you have lost a lot of tooth structure from decay or trauma (or a particularly severe grinding habit), it might be better to restore your teeth with porcelain crowns that cover the entire tooth.
GIO Dental recommends visiting our office for routine, professional teeth cleaning at least two times annually. This will help keep your teeth clean and healthy throughout the year, and will help avoid decay from causing damage to your teeth and gums.
Plaque is a sticky deposit made up of millions of bacteria that accumulate on your teeth. These bacteria produce toxins that cause tooth decay. Also referred to as calculus, tartar is the coagulated form of plaque, failure to remove this can lead to gum disease. During your visit at GIO Dental in Station Landing, MA, your dentist will start by conducting a thorough oral exam to evaluate your oral health. The dentist will proceed to eliminate plaque, tartar and stains from your teeth. And lastly, your teeth are polished using low-speed rotary brush equipped with a soft rubber tip.
Preventative method to help keep your teeth healthy and happy
Eliminates harmful acids and bacteria that cannot be removed with regular fluoride toothpaste
Boosts overall health
Prevents gum disease
Detects early stages of oral diseases
Dentures are just one option for replacing missing teeth; some of the others include fixed bridgework and dental implants. Each method has its particular pluses and minuses, which should be carefully considered. There are also several varieties of dentures available to address specific issues, from partial dentures to implant-supported overdentures. The best option for you will depend on your individual situation.
Full or partial dentures consist of a gum-colored base made of plastic resin, which fits over the remaining alveolar (bone) ridge that formerly held the teeth. The prosthetic teeth projecting from the base are designed to look and function just like your natural teeth. Dentures are held in place primarily by the suctioning effect of their close fit against the alveolar ridges — that’s why it’s so important that they are fitted properly. The upper denture also gets extra support from the large surface area of the roof of the mouth (palate), which generally makes it extremely stable.
At first, wearing dentures may require some getting used to in terms of talking and eating, as the dentures become “balanced” in the space formerly occupied by the teeth. But over time, the muscles, nerves and ligaments of the mouth learn to work in new ways, which allows these functions to occur normally. Dentures also help support the facial skeleton and the soft tissues of the lips and cheeks, which can help create a more youthful appearance.
Immediate Dentures: These are usually a temporary means of helping you transition to successful denture wearing. Because of the muscular readjustment required, as well as the natural shrinkage of gums, the dentures which are placed immediately after tooth extraction won’t fit as well as permanent dentures made when the healing is complete. They do, however, provide you with new teeth right away, and give you time to adjust.
Conventional Full Dentures: After a period of time, permanent dentures that conform to your mouth with near-perfect accuracy can be fabricated. These are carefully crafted to look as much like your own natural teeth as possible, and are able to function properly in your mouth for a long time.
Implant-Supported Overdentures: To increase the stability of a lower or upper denture, it’s possible for it to be securely anchored using two or more dental implants. The upper jaw requires more implants (generally three or more) than the lower jaw due to a lesser bone density. Many people find this option offers a great balance of comfort, functionality and value.
Tooth decay is one of the most common dental conditions affecting patients and it’s more prevalent among children. Dental cavities or caries are caused by plaque, which is formed due to bacteria, acid, food particles, saliva and poor oral hygiene. For this reason, dentists have created a procedure in which a protective barrier is applied to the surface of the teeth to prevent tooth decay. A person of any age can benefit from dental sealants, but the procedure is geared towards children so that they can start the prevention process early on in their lives. GIO Dental at Station Landing offers dental sealants for anyone looking to protect their teeth.
Dental sealants can be beneficial to a person’s oral health in a number of ways. A person seeking dental sealants can achieve optimal tooth decay prevention with minimal risk. The procedure is quick and painless, and offers up to a decade of protection. Dental sealants will:
Provide a shield over the teeth
Help prevent cavities
Help prevent tooth decay
Save money in the long run
Prevent the need for fillings and crowns
Help fight plaque build up
Keep teeth healthy for up to 10 years
Prior to scheduling surgery, your dentist will assess the shape, location, and health of the sinus using x-ray imaging. Your options for anesthesia will also be discussed. The surgery itself is usually carried out under local anesthesia by numbing the area, just as is done for a routine filling. Some people require additional sedation or anti-anxiety medication, which can either be administered orally (by mouth) or by intravenously (through a vein) via injection.
When the area has been completely numbed, an incision will be made in your gum to expose the bone that used to contain your missing tooth or teeth. A small opening will be made in the bone to reveal the membrane that lines the sinus. This membrane will be raised and the space beneath it will be filled with bone grafting material. The gum is then stitched back up. In some cases, the implant(s) can be placed directly into the grafting material before the gum is closed, eliminating the need for a second surgical procedure later on to place the implant. Often, however, the surgical site is allowed to heal for approximately 6-7 months before an implant is placed.
You may experience moderate swelling and some minor discomfort that generally lasts a few days — about the same as having an upper impacted wisdom tooth removed. Sometimes a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (prescription or over-the-counter) is recommended to help minimize this. A course of antibiotics may be prescribed to prevent infection. If the sinus membrane becomes a bit inflamed, leading to a feeling of minor congestion, a decongestant can be helpful. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, make sure to schedule your surgery for a time when this will not be an issue.
Inside your mouth, gum tissue forms a barrier that resists the vigorous mechanical (and microbial) effects of eating, chewing and biting. Gums may begin to recede, or shrink down, for several reasons.
One is ineffective oral hygiene: This includes both inadequate brushing, which fails to remove dental plaque; and excessive brushing, which erodes the tissue. Foreign objects in the mouth that rub against the gums, like poorly fitting removable dentures, tongue bolts, or even fingernails, can also contribute to gum recession.
When the tooth’s roots lose the protection of healthy gum tissue, they can become extremely sensitive to hot or cold temperatures, causing pain when you consume many foods and drinks. Worse, missing gum tissue makes it easier for bacteria to penetrate the roots and cause decay — or for minor trauma to result in rapid gum recession. In either case, the eventual result may be tooth loss. That’s why proper treatment of gum recession is so important.
After a thorough examination and assessment of your teeth, gums and overall health, the gingival grafting procedure may be recommended. The tissue used in this procedure may be obtained from a variety of sources: an area next to the area of recession, from the hard palate, or donated tissue from another person, which has been medically processed to make it safe to use.
There are several different methods of grafting. For example, if you have lost gum tissue in an area of your mouth that’s not highly visible when you talk or smile, additional gum tissue can be placed there to prevent further recession without trying to cover the tooth-root surface completely. This procedure is referred to as a free gingival graft (since the tissue is separated from its blood supply), and it takes about 45 minutes to perform. It is very predictable with a very high success rate. If the objective is to cover root surfaces, the procedure becomes more complicated and will take longer, but is still very successful.
Grafting procedures are typically carried out under local anesthesia, and are generally pain-free. You should experience very little discomfort after the surgery, even if tissue has been removed from your palate, because that donor area is usually covered by a soothing, liquid band-aid-like material. Fortunately, any discomfort that you do have can be alleviated with over-the-counter or prescription anti-inflammatory medication, and it is generally short-lived. A soft diet (and an antibiotic) may also be recommended for a week or so thereafter, enabling the tissues to heal fully; otherwise, your normal activities will not be limited.
A smile is often one of the first things people will notice about a person. It is no surprise then that brighter and whiter teeth are highly sought after by people who are looking to make the right impression.
While over-the-counter and DIY teeth whitening are available, they are often ineffective and unreliable, making it difficult to achieve the desired shade of white.
OTC whitening products and home remedies do not take into account sensitive teeth, current gum health, or teeth with enamel, thus making these potentially dangerous and opening you up to the risk of further damage. These products and remedies could be much less potent than what a professional dentist will provide, thus rendering them useless. When it comes to whitening your teeth, always leave it to experts. Effective teeth whitening is achieved by dentists because they are able to use powerful, but safe, chemicals to help whiten your teeth, all while minimizing any form of damage or decay.
At GIO Dental, we offer professional in-office or take-home teeth whitening that are effective, safe, and simple. Our expert orthodontists will give you a professional assessment and recommend the most appropriate procedure.
There are plenty of benefits that come with teeth whitening. Some of those benefits include:
Noticeably brighter smile
Safe procedure
Multiple methods available
Quick treatment
Long lasting results
Tailor-made trays
Customized shade of white
Improved self-confidence
As with any other joint, the TMJ can be subject to orthopedic problems including inflammation, sore muscles, strained tendons and ligaments, and disk problems. TMD is also influenced by genes, gender (women appear to be more prone to it), and age. Physical and psychological stress can also be a factor. In some cases, jaw pain may be related to a more widespread, pain-inducing medical condition such as fibromyalgia (“fibro” – connective tissues; “myo” – muscle; “algia” – pain).
Clicking Sounds — Some people with TMD hear a clicking, popping or grating sound coming from the TMJ when opening or closing the mouth. This is usually caused by a shifting of the disk inside the joint. Someone standing next to you might even be able to hear it. Clicking by itself is actually not a significant symptom because one third of all people have jaw joints that click, studies show. However, if the clicking is accompanied by pain or limited jaw function — the jaw getting “stuck” in an open or closed position, for example — this would indicate TMD
Muscle Pain — This can be felt in the cheeks (masseter muscles) and temples (temporalis muscles), where the two big pairs of jaw-closing muscles are located. If you feel soreness and stiffness upon waking up in the morning, it’s often related to habits such as clenching and/or grinding the teeth at night. If you have this type of nocturnal habit, a custom-made nightguard should be very helpful in decreasing the force applied to your teeth, which will in turn allow your muscles to relax and relieve pressure on your jaw joints. Other self-care remedies are discussed below (please see Relieving the Pain).
Joint Pain — Pain that’s actually coming from one or both jaw joints technically would be described as arthritis (“arth” – joint; “itis” – inflammation) of the TMJ. Radiographs (x-ray pictures) show that some people have arthritic-looking TMJs but no symptoms of pain or dysfunction; others have significant symptoms of pain and dysfunction but their joints look normal on radiographs. There is no cure for arthritis anywhere in the body, but medication can sometimes help relieve arthritic symptoms.
Tooth extraction is the removal of a decayed, injured or impacted tooth from its bone socket. At GIO Dental, we do everything possible to save teeth and avoid tooth extractions. However, it may be required to remove a tooth if it has become severely impacted or injured or extremely decayed. We perform this with great care and with a , as we work hard to minimize your discomfort throughout the procedure.
Here are some of the most common conditions that may require tooth extraction:
Impacted wisdom teeth
Trauma or disease that can’t be repaired by either root canal treatment or dental crown
Serious infection that has caused significant tooth and bone structure damage
Severe tooth decay that has caused damage that is impossible to repair
Crowding caused by excessive number of teeth
Impacted wisdom teeth
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