Tooth gems can be safe when they are placed properly by a dental professional and cared for correctly. Like anything attached to your tooth, proper placement and good oral hygiene matter. What Is a Tooth Gem? A tooth gem is a small decorative crystal that is bonded to the surface of a tooth. At VN Family Dental, we use crystals to create a beautiful, polished sparkle. Tooth gems are usually placed on a visible front tooth. The process is quick, does not require numbing, and d

🦷 It depends on how much of your tooth is damaged. Small areas of decay = filling. Larger damage or a weakened tooth = crown. What’s the difference? A filling repairs a small cavity by filling in the damaged area. A crown covers the entire tooth like a cap to protect and strengthen it. Think of it this way: Filling = small repair Crown = full protection When is a filling enough? A filling is usually recommended if: The cavity is small to moderate Most of the tooth is still s

🦷 The short answer Pain when biting usually means something is irritated or damaged inside the tooth or around it . It could be a crack, infection, or inflammation—and it’s worth getting checked. What could be causing it? There are a few common reasons: A cracked tooth A cavity that’s gotten deeper Inflammation of the nerve inside the tooth A high filling or crown (bite feels “off”) Gum infection around the tooth Sometimes the pain is sharp and quick. Other times it lingers

🦷 The short answer It depends on how early it’s caught. Very early decay can sometimes be reversed—but once a cavity forms, it won’t heal on its own. What most people don’t realize Tooth decay happens in stages. In the earliest stage , the enamel starts to weaken—but there isn’t a hole yet. At this point, your tooth can actually remineralize (repair itself). Once a cavity turns into a physical hole, though, it can’t grow back. What is remineralization? Remineralization is y

A toothache is an emergency if you have severe pain, swelling, fever, signs of infection, or trauma to the tooth . If your pain is mild and comes and goes, it may not be urgent—but it still needs evaluation before it worsens. What Causes a Toothache? Tooth pain can come from several issues, including: Cavities (tooth decay) Gum infections or abscesses Cracked or fractured teeth Food stuck between teeth Teeth grinding (bruxism) Sinus pressure (sometimes feels like tooth pain)

🦷 The short answer If you have signs of gum disease, then yes—a deep cleaning is usually the right move. It’s not something we recommend lightly. It’s meant to treat an infection and help prevent things from getting worse. So what is a “deep cleaning”? A deep cleaning goes under the gums to remove bacteria and buildup that a regular cleaning can’t reach. A standard cleaning focuses on the surface of your teeth. A deep cleaning is done when there’s already infection below the