Oftentimes, dental pathology, like medical problems, can go unnoticed as they don’t “alert” a person until things have gotten very bad. In medicine, chronic high blood pressure can result in a stroke. In dentistry, a small asymptomatic cavity can grow to result in very painful pulpitis (the dreaded toothache) and the need for a root canal or worse. It is due to this fact that regular visits are suggested. During these routine visits, problems can be discovered early. The sooner you can get into the office with an issue generally the easier it is to fix.
We tend to ignore things until they are so bad that they can no longer be ignored. If we simply take action early, restoration is generally straightforward. Plus, it can save you so much heartache and even money. Committing time now will save you much more on the back end when you might have needed more complex care. Prevention gives you peace of mind and the assurance that a restored mouth and an individual armed with information about their dental needs can function in comfort.
Initial indicators of oral decay:
-Tooth sensitivity
-Discoloration or lack of translucency
-Bleeding gum tissue
-Odd taste/ bad breath
-Hole in your tooth
-Pain on biting
If restoration is needed that is better and easier than taking out a tooth. We were created to function with a full complement of teeth and keeping our teeth clean and healthy positively affect our entire well-being. Restorations (including fillings and crowns) are usually covered by insurance at a certain percentage. This is how coming in for your regular cleanings and noticing issues early can help save you money. Most dental insurances offer two hygiene cleanings covered yearly so use what’s yours to use!
If you or someone you love is looking for a dentist or is experiencing ANY of the above indicators call our office at 817.920.1488 for an appointment. Let us take care of the problem before it becomes something more serious!