A chipped tooth can cause pain and lead to more issues with eating, speaking and other normal functions.
What Should I Do If I Chip My Tooth
If you chip your tooth, give us a call as soon as possible. If the chip is large enough, try to bring the piece of tooth that chipped off. The sooner we treat the chip, the better chance that we can re-attach the broken piece.
At Roderick A. Garcia, DMD PC in Albuquerque, we work to customize your treatment to match your needs and schedule where possible. Our professional staff aims to create a calm atmosphere for you during the appointment and treatment process. We will identify any dental issues you are struggling with and work with you to find the solution that works best for you.
Our staff seeks to create a comforting environment at the office to ease patients into the procedure. We can help prevent damage to your teeth and set you on track for a lifetime of quality oral health. At Roderick A. Garcia, DMD PC, your dental health is our prime concern.
A dentist may advise their patients to get a dental crown to replace old or worn-out fillings. A dental filling is often used to treat a small to medium-sized region of dental decay. Even though fillings are designed to last for a long time, they might fail or fall out for various reasons, such as…
When a tooth needs to be restored, a dental crown is usually a great option. Restoring a tooth to good form involves the preparation of the tooth for the placement of the crown. Getting a crown is usually recommended because it can help restore your tooth to its normal shape, function, and look. Read on…
Dental crowns are protective coverings that are placed over teeth by dentists. A crown can protect a tooth and restore its function when it has been significantly damaged. The crown can also be used for cosmetic reasons. A crown also referred to as a tooth cap, is customized to cover your tooth.Crowns are made from…
Roderick A. Garcia DMD is a Cosmetic and Family Dentist who has provided excellent dental care for his patients for over 36 years. Dr. Garcia provides a full range of dental procedures including Dental Crowns.Dental Crowns are dental restorations that cover a tooth that has been broken down past the point where a dental filling…
Tooth extraction frequently occurs in the office of a general dentist for a variety of reasons, including:Bacterial decayAccidental breakageOvercrowdingImpactionMost patients are more concerned about the gap the tooth leaves behind than its fate outside their mouths. An extracted tooth usually takes one of the following paths, depending on whether the dentist or the patient claims…
Patients may be alarmed if a general dentist mentions that a tooth extraction may be needed during a routine appointment. A dentist’s primary goal is to preserve the teeth, but there some cases where a tooth cannot be saved using normal procedures. Understanding what situations can result in tooth removal and knowing the options available…