Root Canal Therapy from Dr. Mohanna and Dr. Georgy Can Rescue Your Smile

March 29, 2013

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Parnam Mohanna @ 7:00 pm

Do any of these symptoms sound familiar?

  • A severe toothache
  • Discoloration (a darkening) of the tooth
  • Swelling and tenderness in the gums around a certain tooth
  • Prolonged dental sensitivity to excessively hot or cold temperatures

If one or more of these fit your current oral health condition, then it’s very possible you could be in a need of a root canal. Out of all the dental procedures a person can undergo, “root canal” always seems to the two words that potential patients fear most. While the procedure may have once been excessively painful or invasive, today’s tools and available sedation techniques have made these descriptions very far from the truth! In fact, root canal therapy is a common restorative service that can save your natural teeth from extraction and even restore full form and functionality to them!  At Complete Cosmetic Care Dentistry, we’ll do everything in our power to keep your smile whole and healthy for years to come – that’s why Drs. Mohanna and Georgy offer root canal therapy to patients from Sapulpa, OK and beyond.

One Simple Service, Many Enduring Benefits

Root canal therapy specifically treats dire infections that have been able to enter the inside of the tooth due to extensive decay or injury and infect the “pulp” of a tooth. During your procedure, Dr. Mohanna or Dr. Georgy will simply remove the diseased pulp and any bacteria, thoroughly clean the area, and seal the tooth closed so as to prevent further infection. In most cases, we’ll also need to have a crown custom made so as to fit the affected tooth and restore it to full functionality.

While root canal therapy may have acquired a bad reputation over the years, the treatment is actually incredibly successful, and most teeth that undergo the procedure go on to last a lifetime as long as they’re properly cared for.  Even better, root canal therapy can often be completed in a single appointment!

Don’t let fear keep you from receiving the care your teeth need – contact our Sapulpa office today to schedule an appointment! Drs. Mohanna and Georgy can’t wait to provide concise, comprehensive care for you and your family.

Keep Little Smiles Safe with Children’s Dentistry Services from Drs. Mohanna and Georgy

March 18, 2013

Filed under: Children's Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Parnam Mohanna @ 7:00 pm

It’s understandable that the dentist’s office can be a scary place for young children – after all, there are plenty of adults who are spooked by it, too! If you want your son or daughter to be invested in keeping their smile happy and healthy for years to come, though, it’s crucial to instill good oral health care early on. That’s why the team here at Complete Cosmetic Care Dentistry is committed to providing gentle, comprehensive children’s dentistry services to your loved ones, designed specifically to fit the unique needs of little smiles. Patients from all over Sapulpa, OK are welcome to bring the youngest members of their family in to experience Drs. Mohanna and Georgy’s five-star treatment!

We recommend that your son or daughter attends their first children’s dentistry appointment around the time their first tooth comes in. These first few visits are usually referred to as “happy visits” because we’ll spend the time making sure your child is accustomed to the various sights and sounds of our dental office, as well as explaining to you how to properly care for their oral health. Once they reach the age of four, their children’s dentistry examinations will become more extensive; at this point, we’ll usually ask that you sit out in the waiting room so that we can form a stronger bond with them. Children are often scared or anxious when faced with unfamiliar situations; by easing them into the dental care process and ensuring that they feel comfortable, we eliminate this negative possibility.

In addition to an extensive check-up of the teeth and gums during a children’s dentistry appointment, we might also:

  • Take X-rays in order to more completely assess developing teeth
  • Clean the teeth thoroughly
  • Check for undesirable habits like thumb-sucking
  • Educate them about proper brushing and flossing habits

Your loved ones deserve the best dental care available, and that’s just what you’ll find at Complete Cosmetic Care Dentistry. Contact our Sapulpa, OK office today to schedule an appointment for the littlest smiles in your family. We can’t wait to leave your teeth healthier and happier than ever!

What is tooth abscess?

March 14, 2013

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Parnam Mohanna @ 1:36 pm

Many think if you have tooth abscess, infection, you must have pain. This is not always the case since abcessed teeth can sometimes be dead and will not trigger our pain response.
I tried to find the best way to explain what tooth abscess really is, but when there are already many reviewed articles published on sites trusted such as nih.gov, I probably would come short with words in comparison. So I take the liberty of posting this wonderful reviewed article that explains what tooth abscess is. Please ask your questions by going to info@918dentist.com or simply click on comment section below.

Tooth abscess

Periapical abscess; Dental abscess; Tooth infection; Abscess – tooth

Last reviewed: February 22, 2012.

A tooth abscess is a collection of infected material (pus) due to a bacterial infection in the center of a tooth.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

A tooth abscess is a complication of tooth decay. It may also result from trauma to the tooth, such as when a tooth is broken or chipped. Openings in the tooth enamel allow bacteria to infect the center of the tooth (the pulp). Infection may spread out from the root of the tooth and to the bones supporting the tooth.

Infection results in a collection of pus (dead tissue, live and dead bacteria, white blood cells) and swelling of the tissues within the tooth. This causes a painful toothache. If the pulp of the tooth dies, the toothache may stop, unless an abscess develops. This is especially true if the infection remains active and continues to spread and destroy tissue.

Symptoms

The main symptom is a severe toothache. The pain is continuous and may be described as gnawing, sharp, shooting, or throbbing.

Other symptoms may include:
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Bitter taste in the mouth

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Breath odor

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General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling

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Fever

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Pain when chewing

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Sensitivity of the teeth to hot or cold

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Swelling of the gum over the infected tooth, that may look like a pimple

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Swollen glands of the neck

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Swollen area of the upper or lower jaw — a very serious symptom

Signs and tests

The dentist will closely look at your teeth, mouth, and gums. You may have pain when the dentist taps the tooth. Biting or closing the mouth tightly also increases the pain. The gums may be swollen and red and may drain thick material.

Dental x-rays and other tests can help your dentist determine which tooth or teeth is causing the problem.

Treatment

The goals of treatment are to cure the infection, save the tooth, and prevent complications.

Antibiotics may be given to fight the infection. Warm salt-water rinses may be soothing. Over-the-counter pain relievers may relieve the toothache and fever.

Do NOT place aspirin directly over the tooth or gums, because this increases irritation of the tissues and can result in mouth ulcers.

A root canal may be recommended in an attempt to save the tooth.

If there is a severe infection, the tooth may be removed or surgery may be needed to drain the abscess. Some people may need to be admitted to the hospital.

Expectations (prognosis)

Untreated abscesses may get worse and can lead to life-threatening complications.

Prompt treatment usually cures the infection. The tooth can usually be saved in many cases.

Complications
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Loss of the tooth

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Blood infection (sepsis)

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Spread of infection to soft tissue (facial cellulitis, Ludwig’s angina)

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Spread of infection to the jaw bone (osteomyelitis of the jaw)

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Spread of infection to other areas of the body resulting in brain abscess, endocarditis, pneumonia, or other complications

Calling your health care provider

Call your dentist if you have a persistent, throbbing toothache.

Prevention

Prompt treatment of dental caries reduces the risk of tooth abscess. Traumatized teeth should be examined promptly by the dentist.

Review Date: 2/22/2012.

Reviewed by: Paul Fotek, DMD, Florida Institute for Periodontics & Dental lmplants, West Palm Beach, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M. Health Solutions, Ebix, Inc.