You’ve recently found out that your tooth has been decayed so severely that a simple filling will not do the trick, and you need a dental crown. This tooth-shaped cap is designed to fit snugly over the tooth to hold it together and protect it from further damage. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, you experience some discomfort when you first get the crown placed. Why? What can you do about it? Let’s take a closer look at how to manage pain caused by dental crowns.

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Halloween is right around the corner, and that means lots of candy for little ones. Unfortunately, that can also mean an increase in cavities for those little smiles. It presents parents with a lot of challenges. That’s why we’ve written this guide with 7 Halloween candy tips to help your child avoid painful cavities this holiday.

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