A toothache is a condition often present in a tooth that can range from mild to debilitating pain. Often times the pain arises from the nerve endings in the pulp either damaged or infected. A variety of reasons could be the root cause for the pain and the damage, including oral accidents, cavities, infection, tooth loss, unseen damage, and other... read more »
TMJ disorder is a broad term used to describe discomfort, inflammation, or physical dysfunction in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw. Prominent symptoms often involve a dull ache in the muscles in front of the ears or in the temples as well as discomfort when biting down. Some people with TMJ disorder also notice a clicking in one, or... read more »
Your teeth are anchored in their sockets by their roots and strong periodontal ligaments. When a blow to the face manages to knock a tooth out, the trauma is often so severe that it results in the total loss of the tooth. In a case like this, your dentists, Drs. Sean and Dr. Sepi, will often recommend having the knocked-out... read more »