Are you in need of a root canal therapy? Although they are common, a root canal should only be used as a last resort to save a tooth from what otherwise would be an extraction. Root canals are required if the pulp of a tooth has been damaged or has become infected. Via root canals, the pulp is safely removed... read more »

Dental implants are widely known for their durability. Dental implants are a highly advanced form of tooth replacement therapy that uses artificial teeth to permanently replace missing ones by linking them directly to the bone in your jaw. Dental implants are designed to upgrade your oral health care and fill out your facial structure with a full smile that places... read more »

Serious smiles deserve serious treatments. If you have suffered damage to your teeth, dental bonding treatments may be required to restore your smile to proper working condition. Dental bonding is most often used for chipped teeth and works by bonding materials directly to damaged areas. Dental bonding is a cosmetic tooth restoration treatment used to improve your oral health care... read more »

Traveling can be a great time for you and your loved ones, especially if you’re going on a dream vacation. However, it might not be a great time for your smile if you neglect it while you’re away. As you may already know, it’s extremely important to keep up on oral hygiene by brushing twice a day and flossing once... read more »

Some people are lulled into the notion that oral and pharyngeal cancer only afflict the elderly. When in fact increased risk factors, such as a family history of oral cancer, tobacco use and alcohol abuse, increase your chances of developing oral cancer at a much younger age. It is also worth noting that, statistically, men are almost twice as likely... read more »

Oral maladies can cause significant discomfort and distress. Two potential afflictions of the gum tissues that might require surgical intervention come in the form of an oral abscess or a dental cyst. It’s important to keep in mind that there are some distinct differences between the two. Their severity, location, and potential complications from infection will help determine the course... read more »

It’s important to clean away food particles hiding under the gum line while brushing. To do this, make small circles motions with the brush. Transition to cleaning in-between the sides of the teeth by angling the brush during strokes. Take your time to be thorough and gently brush in-between the sides of teeth as well as the sides, fronts, and... read more »

How much do you know about Invisalign®? Did you know that Invisalign can be used even if you have already received orthodontic treatments in the past? Did you know that Invisalign aligners are custom-made from a patented thermoplastic without the need for any metals? The following questions can give you a much better idea of what to expect with Invisalign’s... read more »

If you have a tooth that is badly in need of a root canal treatment, don’t keep putting it off because you are worried that it might be painful. In fact, remember that the goal of a root canal is to relieve you of pain! These days a root canal can be viewed as similar to receiving a dental filling,... read more »

Being nervous, or having a serious anxiety attack, over the thought of visiting the dentist isn't something that's rare. A lot of people have serious anxiety issues over dental visits, but there are many reasons why you shouldn't have those feelings. Your visits with Dr. Jeff DeMercy here at DeMercy Dental in Roswell, Georgia, are important to your oral health.... read more »