by Appleby Dental Professionals | Aug 21, 2026 | Dental Emergency
A dental emergency is a problem involving pain, damage, swelling, trauma or possible infection that may need timely assessment. Severe tooth pain, a broken or knocked-out tooth, spreading swelling and uncontrolled bleeding are common reasons to call a dental office...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Aug 16, 2026 | Family Dentistry Burlington
Tongue tie and lip tie involve oral tissues that may restrict movement for some children. A tongue tie affects the tissue beneath the tongue, while a lip tie involves the tissue connecting the upper lip to the gums. Depending on the child and the degree of functional...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Jul 24, 2026 | Root Canal Therapy
A filling may be considered when a tooth can be repaired and the soft tissue inside it, called the pulp, remains healthy. Root canal treatment may be discussed when the pulp is infected, injured, or no longer healthy. The difference cannot be determined from the size...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Jul 20, 2026 | Dental Implant Burlington
Dentures can replace missing teeth, but some people find that a denture becomes loose or shifts during everyday activities. In certain cases, dental implants may be used to help stabilize a denture and provide additional support. This type of tooth-replacement option...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Jun 30, 2026 | Oral Health
One of the most common questions patients ask after a tooth extraction is how long the freezing will last. It’s completely normal to wonder when your mouth will start feeling like itself again, especially if your lip, cheek, or tongue still feels numb hours...
