Can Sinus Congestion Cause Tooth Pain?

The answer is yes. There can be a direct correlation betweensinus congestion and tooth pain. The upper teeth are the most affected bysinus issues due to their proximity to the sinus cavity. The sinus cavityrests directly above the roof of the mouth, pressing on the roots of teeth whenthey are swollen. Sinus infections are a […]

How Often do I Need to have X-rays taken?

Regular x-rays (radiographs) are very important because while your dentist can detect some types of tooth decay simply by looking into a patient’s mouth, not all decay is visible during a routine oral examination. X-ray images can reveal areas of decay inside the tooth and below the gum line. But x-rays taken regularly, by your […]