Cavities that go untreated will inevitably spread to compromise an increasing amount of the surrounding dental structure. In time the demineralized tooth enamel could give way, allowing bacterial tooth decay to have unfettered access to the dentin, pulp, and root of the tooth. In some of these cases, Dr. Vinh T. Pham can treat and restore the tooth by performing... read more »

Saving your smile after a tooth extraction is vital to ensure your mouth has the proper chance to heal. Although tooth extractions many not seem like an intensive procedure, nonetheless, your gums still need time to heal to prevent infections and increases in recovery time. Listed below are a few tips to help keep the process moving smoothly: - The... read more »

When tooth enamel is worn down, sensitivity develops so that even brief exposure to temperature sensitive food or even cold air can make your teeth hurt. Tooth sensitivity is when the layer of dentin with its microscopic tubules filled with nerve endings is exposed. While tooth enamel is the strongest substance in the human body, dentin is much more sensitive.... read more »