If you’ve received a blow to the mouth, cracked a tooth, or otherwise suffered dental trauma, there are treatments available to help you. While dental trauma can be painful, treating it promptly can minimize the damage and help you avoid future problems. There are several ways to address dental trauma, and for many of them,…
Experiencing dental trauma can be a frightening and painful experience. Whether it’s due to an accident, medical condition, or other circumstance, dental trauma requires special attention to ensure the teeth and gums heal properly. At Access Endodontics, you’ll find treatment for dental trauma that is tailored to your individual needs. We take the time to…
While most people associate loose teeth with childhood, it’s not unusual for adults to experience some tooth mobility as well. There are several reasons why this might happen, and endodontic treatment may help stabilize the tooth and prevent further damage. If you’ve noticed a loose tooth, don’t wait to seek treatment. Reaching out to an…
Your teeth are more than just what you see in the mirror. Underneath the enamel and dentin is a layer of bone-like tissue called cementum. This cementum covers the root of your tooth, which anchors it in place. The root is surrounded by soft tissue and bone, which together make up the periodontal ligament. This…
Treating patients who have experienced traumatic dental injuries in Ellicott City, Maryland is one of our most important jobs at Access Endodontics. When you suffer an accident that damages your teeth, gums, jaw, or any other part of your mouth, it can be shocking, frightening, and it often requires immediate attention. We take pride in…
Experiencing traumatic dental injuries can be painful. If this occurs, and you want to restore your smile and avoid any significant dental procedures, it’s helpful to know exactly what to do the moment that the trauma happens. To do this, you’ll need to know about the different types of dental injuries. Dr. Burton Waxman, Dr.…
Traumatic dental injuries can be frightening, especially when they happen to your child. If something happens, it’s critical that you stay calm and take decisive action. Most dental injuries are more effectively treated when the child is brought to his or her dentist, or possibly an endodontist as quickly as possible. However, most people aren’t…
Traumatic dental injuries can occur instantly and be very painful. They often happen when you least expect them. Should you experience one, you need to act quickly in order to protect your teeth and minimize the amount of residual damage that may occur after the accident. But what exactly should you do immediately following a…
As we grow older, teeth often become more vulnerable. Enamel wears down over time, past dental work may weaken, and roots may become more exposed. Even though enamel remains the hardest tissue in the body, older teeth do not always resist stress the way younger ones do. Certain everyday foods or habits can crack or…
Sports are meant to be fun, but they’re also the cause of dental injuries. It’s not always from high contact sports like football or hockey. A flying elbow on the basketball court, a speeding volleyball, or a slip on the soccer field can all result in traumatic injuries in Ellicott City. Obviously, this shouldn’t prevent…