A root canal is a procedure dentists perform used to save an infected tooth. This procedure can prevent tooth loss by cleaning and disinfecting the canals within a problematic tooth. Then, a filling is permanently put into the hollowed-out tooth before topping it off with a crown to prevent a new infection from taking root.…
Wisdom teeth removal procedures are common and have high success rates. For most people this procedure is medically necessary. If you have not had your wisdom teeth removed, you might wonder why you would need to. Signs you need wisdom teeth removal are not always obvious, and a trained dentist will be able to determine…
Columbia Smiles Family Dentistry welcomes you to a New Year and wishes you much happiness and health in 2020. We want to especially thank all of you for voting for us again and allowing our office to achieve Honorable Mention in the 2019 Best of Howard survey. It has given us great pride and humility…
The importance of dental hygiene extends beyond your smile. Good dental hygiene, of course, will help you to have that great smile. However, there are more benefits associated with oral hygiene than being able to light up a room. Read below to learn the importance of dental hygiene to your overall health, from the mouth…