Without a doubt, one of the greatest scientific achievements of the 20th century was cracking the code of the human genome. Now, a simple DNA test can provide invaluable insight to doctors about the health conditions of their patients, helping them make better health care decisions. One way that DNA testing is particularly useful is for tracking your risk of periodontal disease, often called gum disease.
There is a common misconception that root canal therapy is scary and painful, but in reality they are not too different from having a routine filling. In fact, they are actually very common. According to the American Association of Endodontists, millions of root canals are treated each year. Rapid advancements in dental technology make root canal therapy, or endodontic therapy, a painless and successful procedure in the majority of cases.
Dental anxiety and Dental phobia are more common than you might think. For many the fear of dental work can cause them to delay needed dental care until it is an emergency. Unfortunately, avoiding routine dental care can lead to poor oral health and a need for more extensive procedures. Thankfully sedation dentistry offers options to reduce anxiety and can be used for anything from a simple teeth cleaning to more involved procedures.