Costello & Dehart Dental Excellence Blog

The words “root canal” send many people’s teeth chattering with fear. Even when it’s recommended by a trusted dentist, many patients avoid getting a root canal because of the false rumors they’ve heard about them. However, this important treatment is now faster, more effective, and more comfortable than ever! To celebrate root canal awareness week, your Arlington dentist busts 10 common myths about this smile-saving procedure.

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Have you ever taken a bite of delicious ice cream only for a wave of pain to emanate through your teeth? If eating or drinking anything hot or cold does this to you, then you might have sensitive teeth. How exactly is this situation treated? Normally, you could visit your dentist, but because of COVID-19, most dentists are only treating emergency patients. Keep reading to learn more about tooth sensitivity and whether you should see an emergency dentist for treatment.

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Here’s a not-so-fun fact: there are several different types of toothaches. Sometimes it may hurt to chew, other times it may hurt when you drink something cold. With all the different varieties of tooth pain that are possible, it’s hard to know which kinds of toothaches warrant calling an emergency dentist. Read this guide to find out what your tooth pain might mean.

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If you’ve decided to get dental implants, it’s very unlikely that you’ll need to worry about complications after the surgery. After all, the success rate for dental implants is as high as 95%! Of course, that unfortunately means there’s still a 5% chance of failure – an extremely low chance, to be sure, but a chance nonetheless. If you want your new teeth to last, it’s important to know how to deal with a failed dental implant in Arlington Heights; read on to learn what could cause an implant to fail and how you can try and save it.

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Are you confident that you’re doing everything you can to protect your gums? September is Nation Gum Care Month, the perfect time to reevaluate your oral hygiene routine and protect your mouth from one of the most common oral health problems, gum disease. Knowing what early symptoms to look for and how to properly care for your mouth could help you avoid needing gum disease treatment in Arlington Heights. Read on for four tips to optimize your oral health in celebration of National Gum Care Month. (more…)

Your teeth have always been a little crooked, but you feel like you missed the boat on the right time to straighten them. After all, you’re not a teenager anymore, so you would look really awkward with braces. Fortunately, there’s another option to even out your grin – Invisalign in Arlington Heights. With this set of clear plastic aligners, your can straighten your smile without anyone even noticing. Let’s talk about what you can expect during the 3 stages of the Invisalign treatment.

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You’re unhappy with your bite imperfections, and you’re finally ready to have your teeth straightened. The problem is you’re not excited about the idea of wearing traditional braces. Thankfully, you have the option of receiving Invisalign in Arlington Heights, but first, read on to receive some tips on how to boost your results!

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While bleeding gums can sometimes be caused by brushing or flossing your teeth too vigorously, the culprit is often gum disease. What does the latter entail, though, and how can your oral health be restored? Learn about two available methods of gum disease treatment in Arlington Heights and how you can regain a normal life with help from a local dentist.

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