Neepawa Dental
386 Mountain Ave R0J 1H0 Neepawa, MB, Canada

May is Root Canal Awareness month and TODAY is National Root Canal Day. What is a root canal?? When bacteria enters the nerve of the tooth (through a crack or cavity), an infection can start in the root of a tooth. A root canal is performed to clean out this infection and then reshape and seal the canal. The procedure finishes with a crown being placed on the tooth to help keep it strong. Painful or swollen gums, sensitivity to hot or cold, or pain when touching the tooth are all signs to visit your dentist. FUN FACT: Dr. Dan can do root canals right here in Neepawa! #neepawa #dentist #manitobadentist

Do you wake up with a sore jaw or headaches? Are your gums receding? Do you snore (really) loud? Sometimes these are all symptoms of teeth grinding or clenching. Talk to your dentist about getting a nighttime mouth guard to protect your teeth and make you more comfortable! #neepawa #dentist #manitobadentist

Always be kind. Even to your dentist ;). #neepawa #dentist #manitobadentist

Monday we discussed enamel- a word many people have heard. Underneath the enamel, lives the dentin. This portion of the tooth has live nerves and when exposed, can be very painful! The dentin is yellow in colour and is much softer than the enamel. Following Monday’s tips on protecting your enamel will help you avoid touching the dentin. Receding gums and teeth grinding can also be a cause for exposed dentin. Book an appointment with your dentist if you are experiencing these symptoms- a hypersensitivity varnish can be applied to help combat the pain immediately! #neepawa #dentist #manitobadentist

The enamel is the outer portion of your tooth with one job- to protect your teeth. If the enamel on your teeth is damaged, it is unable to repair itself because it is not living tissue. Protect your enamel by following some of these tips: 1) Rinse your mouth after eating or drinking highly acidic foods/drinks. 2) Eating and drinking dairy products helps to strengthen and protect your enamel 3) Brush at least twice a day and floss once a day 4) Book regular cleanings with your... dentist #neepawa #dentist #manitobadentist See more