Reasons for a Root Canal

That nagging pain in your tooth isn't going away on its own. You can neglect it only for so long before it becomes unbearable and you risk losing your tooth. So before things get any worse, get in contact with Dr. Krystal DeClerck of DeClerck Family Dental in Findlay, OH, for an evaluation.

Why Does It Hurt So Much?

A healthy tooth is encased by a hard layer of enamel. Beneath this, yet another protective layer called dentin surrounds the dental pulp. Which contains nerves and blood vessels which connect through the root to your jaw.

This soft tissue is the source of the pain you feel. It becomes inflamed or infected when its protective layers are damaged.

Trauma can expose the dental pulp, when the tooth is chipped or cracked, even if the crack is not visible. Deep tooth decay is another common culprit. So it's important to report injuries of concern and to maintain good oral health and regular checkups with your Findlay dentist.

Why a Root Canal?

Once your dental pulp has lost its protection and becomes infected, only a root canal can save your tooth.

If it is too damaged, it must be removed. The cost of replacing it is often greater than to restore it with a root canal.

How Is It Performed?

The term root canal has become synonymous with discomfort. But the modern treatment in the hands of a professional dentist is relatively painless and can be performed in one or two visits.

Your infected tooth, and those surrounding it, are first numbed. Then, employing small instruments your dentist exposes and removes the dental pulp from your tooth. This includes the pulp's pathways, or canals, that connect to the jaw through the root.

Once properly disinfected, your dentist will close the access with a temporary filling until your permanent crown is ready.

After a Root Canal

Immediately after the procedure, some discomfort is normal, so follow your dentist's advice. But in time, the pain you felt before the root canal should be gone, and with the new crown in place, you can expect your tooth to return to normal function. Call Dr. Krystal DeClerck in Findlay, OH, at (419) 422-8972 to find out if you're a candidate for this treatment.

If you have questions about Botox treatment, we have answers.

While Findlay, OH, dentist Dr. Krystal DeClerck and her team are focused on providing patients with the care and treatment they need to maintain healthy, beautiful smiles, they also understand the importance of having an overall appearance you feel confident in. if you are embarrassed by lines around your mouth or deep forehead wrinkles then you may be curious about Botox. Here are some commonly asked questions about getting Botox treatment here in Findlay, OH,

What is Botox?

Botox is an FDA-approved cosmetic injectable that uses a purified, medical-grade form of botulinum toxin to temporarily prevent the muscles of the face from contracting. This will smooth away dynamic lines and wrinkles of the face that become more prominent when smiling or making other facial expressions.

What can Botox treatment?

This cosmetic treatment is most often used to reduce the appearance of these common lines and wrinkles,

• Furrow lines (those little vertical lines between your eyebrows)
• Deep lines, wrinkles, and creases in the forehead
• Crow’s feet (the lines around your eyes)
• Nasolabial folds (the wrinkles and creases around the nose and mouth)

Even though Botox is considered a cosmetic treatment it can also be used to address a variety of other health problems including migraines and even facial pain due to teeth grinding or TMJ disorder. If you are dealing with any of these issues talk to our Findlay, OH, family dentist to find out if Botox is right for you.

Does it hurt?

This procedure is not considered painful. The needles that are used are incredibly thin and, therefore, are easily tolerated. Most people report feeling nothing more than a slight sting.

How long does it take to get Botox?

Administering Botox is easy, so most patients are in and out of the office in a matter of minutes. On average, it takes about 10-15 minutes to get Botox.

When will I see results?

Results will start to appear within 3-4 days after your treatment, but it can take up to 1-2 weeks to see the full effects.

How long will results last?

Botox usually lasts between 3-6 months, depending on how quickly your body metabolizes the Botox. Of course, some patients choose to come in every 4-6 months for maintenance or refresher treatments.

Why should I see a dentist about Botox?

A dentist has advanced training and knowledge about the intricate inner workings of the face and anatomy. This means that a dentist will be able to provide you with a safe, effective treatment that is administered painlessly.

Are you interested in getting Botox treatment by a qualified doctor here in Findlay, OH? If so, call DeClerck Family Dental today at (419) 422-8972 to schedule a consultation.

Not flossing your teeth every day? Find out why you should start.

When was the last time you flossed your teeth? Perhaps you are someone who brushes their teeth without fail but when it comes to flossing you just don’t feel like pulling out that string and getting to work. We don’t know why flossing is something a lot of people fail to do, but our Findlay, OH, dentist Dr. Krystal DeClerck doesn’t want to see anyone fall victim to dental problems because they aren’t flossing.

So, why is flossing so important?

You’ve brushed your teeth, so why do you need to floss, too? Doesn’t that seem like overkill? Absolutely not. While a toothbrush is great for cleaning the back and front surfaces of your teeth, they aren’t able to get between teeth.

Therefore, if you don’t floss you are actually leaving about 1/3 of your tooth surfaces untouched. If you choose not to floss, plaque will quickly harden into tartar (which only our Findlay, OH, family dentist and her team can remove with special tools). Eventually, tartar and plaque will irritate the gums and wear away enamel between teeth. This results in cavities and gingivitis.

Ways to Make Flossing Easier

If you know that traditional floss isn’t getting you to actually floss your teeth, there are a ton of options on the market now that make it easier and hassle-free to floss.

Opt for a quick single-use floss pick, which you can use on the go. Or ditch the flossing thread in any form and choose an oral irrigation device, which uses water to flush away plaque, food and bacteria from between teeth. Oral irrigation may even make it easier to clean around braces or fixed bridges.

DeClerck Family Dental in Findlay, OH, is currently closed due to the Coronavirus. If you are dealing with a true dental emergency, such as severe bleeding or a knocked-out tooth, please call your local emergency room for care. Of course, once this is over, we are happy to schedule cleanings and routine appointments again. Call us at (419) 422-8972.

The primary purpose of dental crowns is to repair, protect, and support a weakened or damaged tooth. At DeClerck Family Dental in Findlay, OH, your dentist, Dr. Krystal DeClerck, regularly uses dental crowns for repairing and enhancing smiles. To learn if a dental crown can help with your specific concerns, here is some information on crowns and how they can help you out.

What Exactly are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are caps or coverings that are specifically made to cover a damaged tooth in order to restore its durability, shape, and size, all while enhancing its appearance. Once in place, a crown will completely cover the area of the tooth that’s visible in the gum line. In most cases, a porcelain crown will suffice for most dental concerns, but crowns can also be made from different materials. For instance, if durability is crucial, gold is the best option. However, it’s not exactly aesthetically pleasing, particularly if you require a crown for a tooth in the front area of your mouth.

With that said, other materials such as PFM or porcelain fused to metal, which contains a porcelain exterior to give that natural look and a metal interior to provide strength, as well as porcelain dental crowns with zirconia are excellent choices. These materials are commonly used for restoring back teeth due to their durability. It will be up to your Findlay, OH, dentist to decide which material will best fit your needs.

What are Dental Crowns Used For?

Crowns are typically utilized for the following dental concerns:

• Restoring a very worn down or broken tooth
• Protecting a tooth with a weakened structure from further damage
• Holding a bridge in place
• Covering severely misshapen or stained teeth
• Covering and stabilizing a tooth with a huge dental filling
• Enhancing the overall look of a tooth
• Covering a dental implant

Looking to Receive Dental Crowns?

Call (419) 422-8972 to schedule a consultation with your dentist, Dr. Krystal DeClerck of DeClerck Family Dental in Findlay, OH.

No matter how well you care for your skin, it's impossible to avoid fine lines and wrinkles as you age. Fortunately, Botox treatment offered by your Findlay, OH, dentist, Dr. Krystal DeClerck of DeClerck Family Dental, offers an easy way to enhance your appearance.

How Botox minimizes lines and wrinkles

Dynamic expressions are responsible for many of the fine lines and wrinkles on your face. Every time, you smile, laugh, frown, squint or make other expressions, your muscles contract, causing noticeable lines in your skin. When you're a child, those lines quickly disappear the moment you stop smiling or frowning. Unfortunately, the lines and wrinkles tend to become permanent with age.

Botox injections target the muscles that move when you make dynamic expressions. The injections prevent the muscles from contracting, which allows the skin on top to smooth out. Injections contain a small amount of the purified form of the botulinum toxin and are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Lines and wrinkles that respond to Botox treatment

Vertical lines between the eyes are one of the first signs of aging and can make you look tired, sad or even a little angry. Botox smooths out the lines and offers a simple way to refresh your appearance.

Have years of smiling and laughing left you with a collection of fine lines radiating from the corners of your eyes? Botox also minimizes these lines, commonly called crow's feet.

The injections improve the appearance of forehead furrows, lines around your lips, and make nasolabial fold lines and neck bands less noticeable.

Botox treatment is quick and easy

You won't spend much time at the Findlay dental office when you receive your Botox injections. In fact, the entire injection process may take as little as 10 minutes or less. Your skin will be numbed with a local anesthetic for your comfort before the injection process begins. Just a few days after your injections, you'll notice that your fines and wrinkles are less noticeable. Botox effects are temporary, but you can maintain your revitalized appearance by making follow up appointments every three or four months.

Look more youthful with Botox treatment offered by Dr. Krystal DeClerk, your dentist in Findlay, OH. Call her at DeClerck Family Dental at (419) 422-8972 to schedule an appointment.