When root canal therapy is complete, the tooth is considerably weaker. Firstly the middle of the tooth has been drilled deeply, which means there is greater leverage on the cusps. Biting forces can cause the tooth to crack in half. Secondly there is no reflex reaction within the tooth when something excessively hard is encountered. …
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What is a bridge?
Bridges are a similar process to having a crown placed, however bridges usually span across 3 teeth or more and replace missing teeth. You do not need a bridge if you have no gaps or had any teeth removed.
Why choose porcelain veneers?
Veneering teeth basically means putting a cover over the front of each tooth to mask stains, discolourations and to reshape the teeth to give a more uniform appearance. Dental veneers can be used as an alternative to orthodontics, provided the crowding is mild. Veneering allows the teeth to become symmetrical in appearance which balances the …
Pain after a filling
Expect some recovery time after a deep filling. There may be some residual pain from the injection site. The tooth may remain tender for a few days due to the dental work, and disturbances near the pulp. If the sensitivity is improving day by day then it is a good sign. It sometimes takes weeks …