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…
It’s true, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. However, this doesn’t mean your teeth can withstand everything that they may touch. There are a number of foods that can crack a tooth and cause traumatic dental injuries, and while you don’t necessarily have to avoid them entirely, you should know what…
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…
It doesn’t take much to chip or crack a tooth. Yet, it can be painful and embarrassing when it happens. Likely you’ll decide a visit to your dentist is the proper course of action, as they may refer you to an endodontist. An endodontist specializes in the treatment of traumatic injuries when the tooths nerve…
Severe tooth pain can stop people in their tracks. A toothache can be so distracting and painful that it becomes impossible to focus on anything else until it is treated. Before you’re able to receive any tooth pain treatment, such as cavity fillings, root canals, or oral surgery, your dentist must understand the cause of…
When trauma occurs to your teeth, gums, or jaw, there is a chance that it may impact your ability to speak and chew properly. It may also change your appearance. Common oral injuries need to be treated quickly by the right professional. Traumatic oral injuries are not caused by any sort of infection or other…