General Dentistry for Seven Oaks Residents

Age alone does not settle it. The dentist looks at the condition of the filling and the tooth around it, then tells you whether anything needs doing now or can simply be watched.

That depends on the tooth, and an exam with any needed X-rays is how you find out. Root canal therapy treats the inner tissue of an infected tooth, while extraction is considered when a tooth cannot be reasonably restored.

Your general health and your prescriptions can bear on the care that is appropriate for you. An up-to-date list lets the dentist take them into account when suggesting treatment.

Save it if you can, avoid hard or sticky food on that side, and do not fix it with household glue. Then ring the clinic and explain what happened, especially if the area hurts.

Yes, new patients of every age are welcome, including seniors. A new-patient appointment generally leaves time to go through your history and assess your oral health.

A common interval is about every six months, but no one schedule suits everybody. Your dentist and hygienist may suggest another timing based on your present health.