In Brownsburg IN, Dr. Brad Stutler and his dental treatment team at Stutler Dental are pleased to offer the following dental care services: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Root canal treatment is necessary when the pulp (soft tissue inside your teeth containing blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue) becomes inflamed or diseased. During root canal treatment, your dentist or endodontist (a dentist who specializes in treating the insides of teeth) removes the diseased pulp. The pulp chamber and root canal(s) of the tooth are then cleaned and sealed. If the infected pulp is not removed, pain and swelling can result, and your tooth may have to be removed.
Causes of an infected pulp could include:
a deep cavity
repeated dental procedures
a cracked or broken tooth
injury to the tooth (even if thereís not a visible crack or chip)
If you continue to care for your teeth and gums your restored tooth could last a lifetime. However, regular checkups are necessary; a tooth without its nerve can still develop cavities or gum disease. Most of the time, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort involving one to three visits. Best of all, it can save your tooth and your smile.
The American Dental Association has created informative videos called Ask the Dentist. Here is their video on: 'Baby Teeth Are Going to Fall Out, So Why Take Care of Them?'
Children's teeth are more vulnerable to cavities than adults. They often do not brush appropriately, and they eat more frequently during the day. As a result, acids, bacteria, and plaque will expand rapidly. If teeth are already not as clean as they need to be, the resulting increased exposure to acid will accelerate the rate of cavity development. We encourage parents to oversee their children's daily dental routine until they can clean their teeth correctly by themselves. We explain how to make improved nutritional choices and offer the application of a fluoride varnish to mineralize their teeth to greatly reduce the potential for cavities. Stutler Dental Brad Stutler, DDS 1460 North Green Street, Suite 300 Brownsburg, IN 46112 (317) 225-4520 Website:StutlerDental.com
Dentures are removable appliances that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. If youíve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. Thatís because dentures make it easier to eat and speak better than you could without teethóthings that people often take for granted.
When you lose all of your teeth, facial muscles can sag, making you look older. Dentures can help fill out the appearance of your face and profile. They can be made to closely resemble your natural teeth so that your appearance does not change much. Dentures may even improve the look of your smile.
Types of dentures:
Conventional. This full removable denture is made and placed in your mouth after the remaining teeth are removed and tissues have healed, which may take several months.
Immediate. This removable denture is inserted on the same day that the remaining teeth are removed. Your dentist will take measurements and make models of your jaw during a preliminary visit. You donít have to be without teeth during the healing period, but may need to have the denture relined or remade after your jaw has healed.
Overdenture. Sometimes some of your teeth can be saved to preserve your jawbone and provide stability and support for the denture. An overdenture fits over a small number of remaining natural teeth after they have been prepared by your dentist. Implants can serve the same function, too.
The American Dental Association has created informative videos called Ask the Dentist. Here is their video on: 'When Should I Start Brushing My Childís Teeth?'
Gum Disease Can Contribute to Heart Disease and Even Stroke
Many patients believe incorrectly that gum disease is a minor problem. After all, it isn't as serious as developing heart disease or cancer. But recent medical studies have directly linked gum disease to several potentially fatal conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease, which makes a gum infection a weightier issue than simply losing your teeth. The bacterial infection in your gums can travel throughout your bloodstream, affecting your vital organs. The American Academy of Periodontology has stated, "Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." The American Dental Association believes approximately 80% of Americans have some level of gum infection in their mouths. For years dentists have considered gum disease an epidemic - and now the numbers bear out their belief that infected gums may add to potentially life-threatening condition. Stutler Dental Brad Stutler, DDS 1460 North Green Street, Suite 300 Brownsburg, IN 46112 (317) 225-4520 Website:StutlerDental.com
