The word “endodontic” (the specialty related to root canals) comes from two Greek words meaning “inside” and “tooth”. The first signs of human beings treating the “inside of the tooth” or the root canal were believed to be around the second or third century B.C. This...
Tooth decay starts off as a tiny bit of damage to the outer most layer of the tooth (called the enamel), and with time it can evolve into serious dental issues requiring treatments ranging from filling a cavity to root canal surgery. To help our Richmond, Virginia...
When root canal patients arrive at our Richmond, Virginia offices, they are often confused by the various terms used in regard to different treatments. To ensure our patients understand our treatments and procedures, we created a root canal glossary of the most common...
We understand most people would prefer to never meet us, at least in the case of needing a root canal. For these people who would prefer to avoid such treatment, here are 7 things to know about prevention: 1. Wear Your Seatbelt Root canals are required when tooth...
The first line of defense for your teeth is, of course, to keep them clean and healthy. Brushing and flossing daily, a good diet with limited sugar and regular visits to your dentist aid greatly in avoiding any unnecessary dental treatments. When teeth are damaged or...
