“You need to have it pulled.” This is not the ideal sentence to hear from your dentist, but extractions are a standard and straightforward procedure in dentistry. Numerous patients end up hearing this during an emergency visit due to pain, but with proper care and...

Why does it always seem like your toothache is worse at night? Blood flow to your head increases when you lie down, which can make your dental pain flare up from increased pressure.  Once you lie down to go to sleep, the quiet environment can leave you with no...