The Dental Centre Blog

It may surprise you to learn that no amount of tooth pain is considered normal, regardless of how mild it is. After all, it’s designed to alert you that something is wrong – so don’t just brush it off! But if you have a toothache, does it necessitate an emergency visit or can it wait until your next appointment? Read along to find out when it requires immediate care, what can happen if you neglect to seek treatment, and tips for managing your tooth pain.

Most patients prefer clear aligners over traditional metal braces because it promises to be much more subtle, convenient, and comfortable. While that does hold true, they also require special care and maintenance to assure successful treatment. Otherwise, you risk derailing your plans for a straighter smile. Your South Austin dentist shares a few ways you can ruin your clear aligner treatment and a few tips for taking proper care of them.  

We all know how important sleep is to ensure that you are both restful and productive the following day, but getting some Z’s can be difficult if you are dealing with a nagging toothache that isn’t going away on its own. You know that you need to see your emergency dentist in the morning, but how do you wait until then? Read on to learn some tips to relieve tooth pain so you can sleep soundly until morning rolls around.

Did you sustain serious dental damage or develop an advanced oral health problem that requires a tooth extraction? While it may seem like the end of the road for your complete and healthy smile, it’s not! Although your dentist will be removing your damaged tooth, it’s likely for the best so the issue doesn’t progress further. Plus, when you choose dental implants to restore your smile, you’ll be able to replace your home-grown pearly white with one that looks and feels identical. Read on to learn about what you can expect along your smile restoration journey.

If you notice your face looking puffy or swollen, it’s generally a sign that something is wrong with your oral health. However, unlike medical emergencies, it’s not always so clear when it’s considered to be a dental emergency. One thing is for sure: a swollen face is not normal in any circumstance. If you aren’t sure when (or why) you should call an emergency dentist for facial swelling, you’ll want to keep reading.

Summer vacation is nearly here! This means that your kids will have no school, the days will be longer, and you will have all sorts of exciting, warm weather activities ready for your family! However, this isn’t necessarily the best time of year for your smile. There are all sorts of different activities that can be harmful for your oral health. It is important to protect your smile more than ever. Continue reading to learn about a few summer treats that are harmful for your oral health.

Dental emergencies can be incredibly stressful, especially if it’s your child dealing with one. It is difficult to know what to do when faced with a situation like a knocked-out tooth. Fortunately, if you stay calm and see your child’s dentist right away, they will do everything they can for the best possible outcome. But what should you do when you and your child are still at home or on the field? Continue reading to learn about the steps you should take if your child knocked out a tooth in South Austin.

Having a dental emergency in South Austin can be a scary, stressful and painful experience. When it happens your first thought is usually, “What do I do?!” followed by “Should I call my dentist or go to the hospital?!” During a dental emergency, more than 800,000 people go to the hospital when they should have contacted their dentist. Here are 4 common dental emergencies and where you should go if you should ever experience them.