Sometimes a minor cavity or a small physical defect in a tooth’s enamel layer can appear insignificant. Yet the compromised area allows tooth decay to spread deep into the interior of the tooth. If a problem like this goes undiagnosed or untreated by a endodontists like Dr. Allen Rosenthal, the bacterial presence in the tooth can advance into the root... read more »

What Is Dental Pulp? Dental pulp is the tissue, blood vessels, and nerves in the center of a tooth. Why Might Dental Pulp Need to Be Removed? The dental pulp can become damaged from several things, including a cracked tooth, an injury or blow to a tooth, or a deep cavity. If an infection in the root canal is not... read more »

Even minor toothache pain should not be taken lightly. It is often a sign that some form of trauma or tooth decay has affected the sensitive core structures of the tooth. In a case like this, you can turn to the specialist care available at Advanced Endodontics & Microsurgery of Stamford, PC’s endodontic clinic in Stamford, Connecticut. Fast treatment from... read more »

If you’ve ever had a tooth chip or an oral filling chipped out, you understand that life can cause some dental work to be less than permanent. If you need a root canal and are hesitant about how successful it can be, don’t worry: root canal treatments are very successful, and with care, they can last for many years. Here... read more »

Deviations in the alignment of your teeth can cause the biting surface of one to rub excessively on an alternative surface of another tooth. If it goes unnoticed the small area of dental attrition can gradually spread to compromise an increasing amount of dental material. In some of these cases, bacterial deposits can start to build up in the compromised... read more »

Xerostomia is an oral condition affecting the salivation levels of the oral cavity, leaving the mouth with a dry feeling that can cause harm to the pearly whites. With a tiny bit of aid from our office, you can manage xerostomia; here are a few things that you should recognize. Numerous people think that having a dry mouth is of... read more »

Toothache pain might gradually build up over time, or it could suddenly appear after suffering a dental trauma. It can be especially concerning if you’re also experiencing distress or pressure in the local gum tissues. While they can be caused by a myriad of sources, toothache pain is almost always a sign that something as distressed the sensitive internal structures... read more »

No one sitting in a dentist chair wants to hear the words “root canal” unless the doctor starts by saying “You don’t need a…” Root canals have gotten a bad reputation over the years, although one poll indicated that they are preferable to having the flu. It’s unfortunate that so many people freeze up at the thought of having a... read more »

As you grow older, it is easy to presume that tooth loss is unavoidable. This is not true! When correctly taken care of, teeth can last a lifetime. You’ll want to brush your teeth twice a day with toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush. There are many types of toothbrushes and toothpaste available. You may find as you get older that... read more »

The first advice we give at Advanced Endodontics & Microsurgery of Stamford, PC to anyone seeking healthier gums and teeth is to brush two times per day, floss once daily and get professional teeth-cleaning regularly. The second piece of advice we give is to vigilantly screen the food choices you make. Foods high in sugar and foods hard to chew... read more »