If the words “root canal” send shivers down your spine, you’re far from alone. Few dental procedures are as famous — or infamous — as root canal therapy. But in fact, this treatment may just be able to save your suffering tooth, relieve your pain, and help you once again enjoy a worry-free smile. Let’s talk more about root canal therapy so you can learn what it is, what it can accomplish, and whether there are any alternative treatments.

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If you’ve had dental fillings placed in the past, you’re probably aware of the metal sheen they give when light reflects off of them. Metal fillings have been the standard in dentistry for a long time, largely because of their effectiveness at protecting teeth, availability of materials and long-term durability. However, they aren’t without their flaws.

Instead of settling for silver (amalgam) fillings, you can get a restoration that is more effective, requires very little alterations to your existing tooth and does not sacrifice quality for aesthetics.

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When people make resolutions for the new year, it’s typical that they don’t quite meet their goal. One of the main reasons they don’t follow through with resolutions is because they take on too much at once. Completely transforming a diet or daily routine doesn’t happen in a day, it takes time. If you’re looking for an effective way to improve your health without that much effort, oral health is a great place to start!

To help you get started, here are 4 resolutions from a dentist.

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