Root canal infection

"Just Remove It": Why the Easy Way Isn't Always the Right Way in Dentistry

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Empowered Smiles - Your Teeth, Your Choice

"Just Remove Them All": The Story of a Tooth That Didn't Need to Die

We’ve all heard the phrase, “If it hurts, just pull it out.” In the world of dentistry, especially in areas with limited access to advanced care, this can become a default solution. For many Filipinos, a visit to a dentist can be a frightening experience, not because of the pain, but because of the dreaded recommendation: "The easy way is to just remove it and wear a denture."

Deep Interproximal Cavities & Restorations: Immediate Treatment Plan + 14-Day Recovery Guide

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  • Findings from the images: Rubber dam isolation with matrix bands in place; multiple deep occlusal-/proximal caries excavations on posterior teeth. Some restorations are in progress — there is close proximity to the pulp on at least one surface. Tooth structure shows large cavities with thin remaining walls.

Tooth Discoloration and Pain: Early Signs of Pulpal Damage or Infection

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Upon close observation, one of the upper front teeth shows visible dark discoloration—a likely indication of pulpal necrosis or internal tooth trauma. This often happens when the tooth’s nerve dies due to deep decay, previous injury, or infection spreading inside the pulp chamber. The surrounding gumline also appears slightly inflamed, which can contribute to pain and pressure sensitivity.

Client Report:

“Need help, it is painful.”

The Future of Dentistry in the Philippines: AI, Regenerative Care, and Why Some Dentists Will Get Left Behind

The Two Dentists of Quezon City: A Tale of Two Chairs

In the heart of Quezon City, along the bustling stretch of Timog Avenue, two dental clinics stand just a few blocks apart. They represent two different worlds, two different philosophies of what it means to care for a Filipino smile.

Why You Need a Root Canal: From Simple Filling to Saving Your Tooth

What Happened

Your tooth started with a small cavity that could have been repaired with a normal filling. But when dental decay is left untreated, bacteria multiply rapidly and spread deeper into the tooth — from the hard enamel layer, through the dentin, and finally into the pulp (nerve).

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