Every tooth is important for more than just a beautiful smile. Each one serves a vital purpose and is necessary to your oral health and functions. Although your dentist strives to preserve natural teeth, there are situations when extractions are necessary. Here are 4 instances when removing a tooth is best.

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If your dentist has recommended a root canal to save your tooth from extraction, don’t panic! Let’s face it, root canal therapy has a bad reputation for being painful, but much of what you’ve heard about the procedure probably isn’t true. Don’t let false information cost you your tooth. Here are the facts behind 5 root canal myths you need to know to make the best decision for your smile.

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For most people, gum disease is a bad enough problem on its own. The condition, after all, makes gums red, swollen, and tender, and it causes bad breath. However, did you know this infection can also trigger high blood pressure? Indeed, it’ll put your ticker at risk if left unchecked. To learn more about the matter, let your Coplay dentist explain. Here, then, is how gums and blood pressure relate, as well as some oral care tips that’ll help out both.

With February’s arrival, you may be thinking of romance and relationships. After all, Valentine’s Day is coming up soon. Still, love isn’t the only “matter of the heart” you should focus on right now. February, you see, is also known as American Heart Month! It’s thus a time to value heart health, a part of good living. To help you do so, your Coplay dentist is here with guidance. Read on, then, to learn the mouth-heart connection, its effect on gum disease, and oral tips for your ticker.

The holidays are behind you as you step into 2023 with a list of new goals. Many people plan to eat out less, exercise, or cut unnecessary expenses, but they often overlook their dental health. Your oral and general health are closely connected, which means healthy teeth and gums are vital for your wellness. You can support a healthy mouth and body by committing to 5 dentist-approved New Year’s resolutions.

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