Dental Procedures and Treatments

From root canals to wisdom tooth extractions, knowing what to expect when you visit the dentist can help you prepare and make better treatment choices.
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Teeth Scaling and Root Planing
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Sinus Lift: Overview
Oral surgeon examining images before sinus lift surgery
Sinus Lift: What You Should Know
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Teeth Bonding: Everything You Need to Know
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Ridge Expansion Procedure: Everything You Need to Know
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What Is Novocaine & How Is It Used?
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Teeth Cleaning: What to Expect
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What Is Red Light Therapy?
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What Is an Endosteal Implant?
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Fluoride Treatment: What You Should Know
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What to Expect at Your Next Dental Extraction
Best Dental Insurance
Best Dental Insurance for Implants
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Veneers vs. Crowns: What Are the Differences?
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What Is Oil Pulling?
Dental bridge
What Is a Dental Bridge?
Dental Amalgam
The Benefits and Risks of Dental Amalgam
Pulpotomy
What Is a Pulpotomy?
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What Is Dental Prophylaxis?
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The Safety and Effectiveness of Flouride Varnish
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Tips for Eating With New Dentures
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Getting a Dental Crown on Your Tooth
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Different Types of Dental Fillings
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The Purpose and Uses of a Gingival Retraction Cord
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Root Canal Surgery: Overview
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Gum Surgery: Everything You Need to Know
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Will Stem Cells Replace Dental Implants?
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Make Your Own Salt Water Rinse
Gold dental crowns
Gold Dental Crowns
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How Panorex X-Rays Are Used in Dentistry
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How a Dental Impression Is Made
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The Safety of Anesthesia for Oral Surgery
Dental impression
An Alternative to Traditional Dental Impressions
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The Options for Direct and Indirect Dental Restoration
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Why Your Child May Need Orthodontic Headgear
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Recovery After Oral Surgery
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What to Expect During a Root Canal
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What Dental X-Rays Are Used For
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Replacing Missing Teeth With Dentures
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How Are Dental Veneers Installed?
Best Invisible Braces
Best Invisible Braces
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wisdom Teeth Surgery