Always Consult a Professional Root Canal Dentist for Oral Treatments

People who are suffering from dental problems must pay attention to their oral hygiene. Neglecting your oral hygiene can lead to damaging effects. Once you develop a cavity, it only grows larger. This cavity can turn into a big area of decay and can weaken the dentin in your tooth. These bigger cavities will lead to fractures and cracks. Fractures and cracks may not always be painful; sometimes you can’t even tell your tooth has a crack in it. But, most times, fractured teeth cause severe pain, especially if the fracture has reached your nerve. This is when you need to contact a root canal dentist. The dentist must have knowledge and experience regarding root canal treatments. Dr. Arthur A. Kezian is a dentist who is well equipped for the job.

Ways to Mark out Fractured Teeth:

·         Sometimes cracks are not noticed on teeth because they can be hard to see through a mirror, or might be located on the back side of your tooth. The best thing to do is keep up with your regular dental check-ups. It is always important to have a dentist do a thorough examination of your mouth, teeth, gums, and bone level. This way, you can rectify problems with your teeth before they become an issue. Always consult a professional root canal dentist.

·         Large fractures are due to oral cavities lying between the teeth. These cavities can create problems with chewing or biting. Temperature sensitivity can also be present with cracks or a fractured tooth.

Ways to Minimize the Level of Pain:

·         Other than proper oral treatment, home remedies are very effective in giving relief to tooth pains. These remedial solutions are mostly concerned with the cleanliness of the teeth. Among all dental treatments, a root canal dentist provides the best solution and treatments. Not all dentists are experts of this, so find a dentist who is experienced with root canals. Dr. Kezian has full knowledge about root canals and always uses the latest technology during procedures. Until you make an appointment with a dentist like Dr. Kezian, here are some tips to follow at home:

1.      Try to rinse your teeth with lukewarm water.

2.       In case of a bloody fractured tooth, apply pressure with the help of a gauge to control the release of blood.

3.      With the help of cold padding, impact of swelling and pain can be minimized. Moreover, it gives a soothing effect to the teeth as well.

4.      Along with all above advices you can take pain killers until you get to your appointment.

Suitable Ways for Restoring the Teeth:

·         Tooth decay is a very serious issue if not properly handled. Proper cleaning and care helps save your teeth from cavities and decay. Dr. Kezian and staff offer numerous wellness and awareness information regarding oral care on their website. They also give guidelines on how to take care of your teeth and prevent them from getting cavities.

·         Dr. Kezian is a well known root canal dentist. Additionally, he and his staff give great post-operative treatment guidelines and follow up treatments to patients. If you are in pain, don’t wait! Call Dr. Kezian to make an appointment for a consultation and receive authentic advice after a full diagnosis.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.

Porcelain Crowns: Are They Really Necessary?

By Arthur Kezian

You have already scheduled your appointment for the root canal to take care of those pesky cavities, now you need to decide whether or not you need porcelain crowns. Often dental insurance does not cover this more expensive procedure so before you pay extra you need to learn about the benefits and pluses over less costly alternatives.

Dr. Kezian understands that a well educated patient is a happier patient.  Here are the basics to get you started:

What are dental crowns anyway?

Once you have a tooth cavity severe enough to damage the dental pulp or core of the tooth, conservative management is no longer a good option.  Treatment choices include tooth extraction or a root canal. Generally people want to hold onto their own natural teeth, so choose the root canal option.  Your dentist will essentially scrape out the debris within the cavity.  This weakens your tooth, making it more prone to fracture or breaking.  Here’s where a dental crown comes in!

A dental crown is like a hat or cap that is placed over the tooth.  This protects the tooth’s shape and strength.  To keep the crown in place, a cement is used.  Importantly, the crown is fully visible.  The choices for crown material are metal or porcelain.  Metal is cheaper but not as cosmetically pleasing! Metal crowns are sturdier but best reserved for out of sight teeth like molars.

Porcelain, while more expensive, is essentially the color of enamel and therefore a more aesthetically pleasing.  Porcelain crowns are also a good choice for those who suffer from metal allergies.

What problems can occur with crowns?

You may be asking yourself, what can go wrong?  Not much if you are in the good hands of an experienced dentist.  Sometimes a person with a newly crowned tooth, may experience heat or cold sensitivity.  Switching to a toothpaste specially formulated for sensitive teeth will likely do the trick.  If the cement used wears off, the crown can fall off.  One drawback of porcelain crowns over metal crowns is that porcelain as a material is more prone to chipping.  If the chip is small a sealant similar in color to the crown can patch it.

How long will my new crown last?

It’s tough to predict how long a crown will last.  On average, expect your crowns to last anywhere between five to fifteen years.  Factors that influence the longevity of dental crowns are similar to those that put you at risk for dental caries in the first place such as oral hygiene, diet, smoking and whether or not you grind your teeth.

How to I take care of my crown?

Crowns really do not require special care in specif.  Underneath the crown is still a living tooth that is at risk from further cavity formation and gum disease.  So basically, ramping up your oral hygiene practices is the sure-fire way to protecting your new porcelain crowns.

Dr. Kezian will gladly meet with you to discuss dental crown options and treatment choices that are best for your specific needs.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.