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When you go to the dentist, the last thing you want to hear is that you need a filling, a crown or a root canal. These common procedures that dentists recommend during your visit may seem necessary, ...

A knocked-out tooth, often from a fall or sports injury, can be frightening for both children and parents. Knowing what to do ...

It’s hard to find anyone who enjoys going to the dentist. Yes, regular visits are important for oral health, but a dental visit can be stressful and quite expensive, especially if it’s for something ...

Columns share an author’s personal perspective. Q. I went to my dentist about a year ago and soon after broke a tooth on my lower, toward the back. After the initial jolt, I checked it carefully and ...

Our natural teeth are a precious commodity. We only get one adult set, but sometimes they need rescuing. Enter endodontics. Endodontists are specialists who focus on diagnosing and treating issues ...

The first time you lost a tooth, you may have wiggled it and wiggled it -- and maybe even went to extremes to pull it out. Why? Because after the pain came a prize from the Tooth Fairy. But, that ...