Does Teeth Whitening Sensitivity Last After Treatment?
Teeth whitening sensitivity is temporary. It usually settles within 24 to 48 hours. What’s happening is that the whitening gel opens up tiny channels in the enamel, called dentinal tubules, and for a short while the nerve inside the tooth has less insulation...
Swollen Gum Around One Tooth: What It Means and What to Do
Most people assume swollen gums mean they have not been brushing well enough. They rinse with saltwater for a few days, hope it settles, and move on. Sometimes it does settle. But when the swelling is around just one specific tooth and not the rest, that changes...
Is Root Canal Treatment Painful? A Dentist in Adyar Answers Honestly
Every week someone sits across from me and says the same thing before I even begin. They say they have heard root canal treatment is the most painful dental procedure a person can go through. Some of them have been delaying the appointment for months. A few have been...