When you think of pain associated with wisdom teeth, you probably think of pain in your mouth or a sore jaw. While pain in your mouth and jaw can be a sign of wisdom teeth eruption, there’s more to it. Headaches, shoulder pain and neck pain can all be caused by your wisdom teeth. Surprised? …
Have you noticed your teeth looking translucent at the bottom or around the edges? This can be a sign of enamel erosion – and it can be caused by various factors from lifestyle habits to health conditions. The good thing is that we can address the issue and prevent further damage once the cause is…
So you’ve been told you need a root canal to save your natural tooth, but are you worried that root canals are dangerous? It’s probably your nerves or perhaps the bad reputation root canals have garnered. The misconceptions about root canals are so widespread that there’s even a saying that goes, ‘as much fun as…
At Ashgrove Dental, we believe that saving your natural tooth whenever possible is the best way to go. That’s why we resort to tooth extraction only when it’s absolutely necessary. Making this possible is none other than root canal treatment. A root canal treatment (also called endodontic treatment) is a procedure that treats severely damaged…
A toothache can be difficult enough to deal with. Imagine experiencing neck pain along with the pesky toothache. Unimaginable, isn’t it? If you’ve had the unfortunate experience of dealing with toothache and neck pain at the same time, you’ve probably wondered – are these two connected or just an unfortunate coincidence? Here’s the thing –…
Getting your wisdom teeth removed soon? If so, here’s something you should know – you should expect swelling after the procedure. But don’t worry because it’s essentially a part of the healing process. It’s your body’s way of saying, “Hey, I’m on the mend.” That said, it’s important to know more about what to expect…
Do you wake up in the morning and roll out of bed just to realise your breath smells bad? The next thing you know, you are making a dash to the bathroom to brush your teeth, wondering, “why do I have morning breath?” Here’s the thing – morning breath is normal. But if we’re being…
Chewing ice is a habit that many of us are guilty of doing (or at least have done) – especially during them warm summer days. It’s cool, incredibly refreshing and satisfying. However, here’s the thing – chewing on ice is not cool for your teeth. Like with hard foods, chewing ice can take a toll…
