Tooth decay is one of the most common dental problems affecting patients of all ages. Despite being highly preventable, cavities continue to be a leading cause of tooth pain, infection, and tooth loss. Understanding how tooth decay develops and how it is treated can help patients take action early and protect their oral health.

Wisdom teeth are located at the very back of your mouth, two on the top and two on the bottom. They were useful to our ancestors who needed extra molars to grind down rough, raw food. Today, thanks to softer diets and better dental care, most people don’t need them—and in many cases, there simply isn’t enough room in the mouth for them to grow in properly.

Have you ever had a sinus toothache? If you have, you know how uncomfortable, distracting and painful they can be. Fortunately, tooth...