Experiencing some level of discomfort after a root canal procedure is entirely normal. This common dental treatment is designed to save your natural tooth by removing infected or damaged tissue from within its structure. Although …
Tooth Pain After a Filling: What’s Normal and When to See a Dentist
If you’ve recently had a dental filling, you may notice some tooth sensitivity or mild discomfort as your mouth adjusts to the procedure. While this is completely normal and usually temporary, it’s understandable to feel …
Root Canal Failure: 3 Key Symptoms You Should Watch For
Root canals are a widely trusted and effective treatment designed to save decayed or infected teeth, often providing patients with long-term relief, improved functionality, and the preservation of their natural smile. This procedure involves removing …
Is Your Tooth Pain an Emergency? Signs You Need Urgent Dental Care
Tooth pain can range from a mild inconvenience to a symptom of a serious issue. Whether it’s a dull ache or intense, stabbing discomfort, dental pain often brings uncertainty. How can you tell when it’s …
TMJ Disorder Symptoms
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder can be a sneaky condition. Often mistaken for general stress, dental issues, or even migraines, TMJ disorder can quietly disrupt your quality of life and lead to long-term jaw complications if …
Which Doctor Treats TMJ Pain?
Living with TMJ pain can be frustrating and overwhelming, often making the search for the root cause feel like a daunting task. TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, affects the hinge connecting your jaw to your …
Botox for TMJ Relief
Are you experiencing jaw pain, headaches, or difficulty opening your mouth fully? These symptoms could be indicative of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder, a condition that affects the joint connecting your jawbone to your skull. TMJ …
Understanding the Impact of Menopause on Oral Health and the Role of Cosmetic Dentistry
Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, bringing with it physical and emotional changes that can impact overall health. While many are aware of the effects of menopause on bone density and skin …
How to Manage a weekend dental emergency
Weekends are a time for relaxing and having fun. What nobody ever thinks about during these two, much-anticipated and cherished days, is having to go to the dentist. Nonetheless, dental emergencies can happen anytime — …
Fairfield’s Sweetest Partnership
There is no denying that Halloween is one of the sweetest days of the year and cherished by kids of all ages. So, what happens to all the leftovers and extra candy come November 1st? …
Using Night Guards for Your Teeth
Are you tired of waking up with a sore jaw or experiencing constant headaches? If so, you might be one of the millions of people who suffer from teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. But …
4th of July Fireworks in Fairfield County CT
Summertime is in full swing and the 4th of July weekend is going to be quickly upon us. It is a special time of year when many towns in Fairfield County, CT show off their …
What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder, one that disrupts a person’s breathing during sleep, sometimes hundreds of times in a single night. Left untreated, it can cause a variety of health problems ranging from …
Our Favorite Local Restaurants & Fun Area Activities
Whether you’re new to the area or a longtime resident, Fairfield, CT has so much to offer in terms of food and fun. Dr. Donald Miller and the team at Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry recommend …