Dentists carry out root canal treatment to save teeth that have become severely infected or damaged. While a root canal procedure generally has above a 80-90% chance of success at removing the infected pulp, there is the risk of needing to have the tooth completely extracted if the damage is too extensive. A root canal procedure is considered a last resort. Where possible, your dentist will try to treat the affected tooth using less invasive methods - but this requires patients to take an...

Tartar is the progression of dental plaque, which can make your teeth more vulnerable to cavities, gum disease, and gum recession leading to sensitive teeth. Removing tartar from your teeth is not as simple as brushing more vigorously or flossing more often. It is not possible to remove tartar at home, or by yourself. The only way to successfully remove tartar is a professional dental cleaning (scaling) with your dentist. What Is Tartar and How Does It Form? Tartar is dental calculus; a...

Dental fillings can have a lifespan of up to 20 years, depending on the type of material used and how well the host tooth has been taken care of.