This condition occurs when inadequate oral hygiene allows plaque to accumulate on your teeth. This buildup leads to gingival inflammation, which can cause noticeable infection. If left untreated, this early stage of gum disease may become more severe, damaging your teeth and jawbone.

When a tooth becomes abscessed, a pocket of pus forms. This is often caused by a bacterial infection within the gums, signaling a serious oral health issue. This condition appears as a swollen, red area, usually resembling a boil, and primarily impacts the chomper involved.

Why do we have wisdom teeth if they only seem to cause trouble? Why does it appear like everyone you know has had theirs removed? They tend to show up late (usually in our late teens to early twenties), and sometimes, they just don’t fit in. That’s when your dentist might suggest bidding them goodbye.

Toothaches can be a real pain—and they’re not something to be ignored. Left untreated, a minor nuisance can become a significant problem, leading to discomfort, infection, and tooth loss! We’ll help you understand what it is, getting to the root of the problem (pun intended!). Next, we’ll look at how to recognize its signs so you can spot trouble before it escalates.

At Whittier Square Dentistry, we believe in saving your natural teeth from severe damage or infection. You might have heard of a procedure we sometimes need to use, a root canal treatment. Indeed, it may seem daunting at first, but fear not, for knowledge is power! It's a routine practice employed when there's a need to rescue a severely affected or damaged tooth. The procedure is essential to retain your natural smile and relieve any discomfort you might be experiencing.