Noticed a dark spot on your tooth and not sure what to make of it? The cavity vs stain question comes up constantly in the dental chair, and for good reason. Not every discoloration means decay, but some stains and cavities look nearly identical without an X-ray. Knowing the difference helps you protect your tooth […]

Does a cracked tooth need to be pulled? Not always. The answer depends on the type of crack, how deep it goes, and whether the tooth can still function with treatment. Some cracked teeth respond well to a crown or bonding. Others have damage too far gone to save. What makes cracked teeth tricky is […]