This young lady presented with this deteriorated (necrotic) asymptomatic (didn’t hurt) lower left second molar. This tooth could have been restored had the patient received appropriate dental care a while back. But for whatever reason (fear, cost, etc.) she put … Continue reading
This emergency patient presented to my office with a non-salvageable upper left first molar. I was successful in removing the roots without raising a flap. This less traumatic procedure eliminated the need for sutures and minimized post operative discomfort. Key … Continue reading
Our patient presents with a small fracture on this upper left second bicuspid tooth. Clinical exam shows an a-symptomatic tooth (doesn’t hurt). The radiograph, however, shows a large radiolucency (dark area indicative of hard tooth structure resorption) that is near … Continue reading
This very attractive young lady came to my office requesting an improvement of her smile. Following a complete examination, I consulted with a dental laboratory that specializes in fine porcelain restorations. The completed case satisfied the precise aesthetic requirements of … Continue reading
Jennifer presented as an emergency patient having just arrived on a flight from England. She was experiencing radiating pain from this lower left second molar. Clinical and radiographic exam showed a deteriorated amalgam restoration with a hairline distal fracture. Though … Continue reading
The radiograph shows interproximal overhanging material. This causes periodontal inflammation with eventual bone loss. Proper therapy would involce the following: Removal of all amalgam and soft tooth structure. Placement of composite cores. Crown preparations and fabrication of temporary restorations. Final … Continue reading
Joseph came to me with ill fitting, uncomfortable upper and lower full dentures. The first step involved replacing the poorly made dentures with good fitting, properly fabricated dentures. Many times, once this is accomplished, the patient is happy and is … Continue reading
This emergency patient arrived at my office with a fractured restoration. Clinical and radiographic exam showed an asymptomatic, endodontically ( had root canal therapy ) treated upper left second molar. His oral health was poor. He had many teeth with … Continue reading
This emergency patient presented with a subgingival ( under the gum ) fractured tooth segment on this upper first bicuspid. This tooth had been treated with endodontics and restored with a large composite restoration. Root canal treated teeth generally need … Continue reading
This patient presented with a fractured composite restoration. This tooth really at this point required a more substantial crown restoration rather than a composite repair. Since this patient is fearful of dental visits and needs to take Xanax as a … Continue reading