Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Oral Conscious Sedation: Sit Back and Relax

Though Dr. Christopher Emuedue will decide which sedation options are appropriate for your dental treatment, being familiar with the kinds we offer at the practice might make you a little more comfortable during your next visit. Whether you suffer from dental anxiety or desire a little more relaxation in the dental chair, Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry is here to make you feel as comfortable and calm as possible through oral conscious sedation.


Depending on the total dose given, oral sedation can range from minimal to moderate. For minimal sedation, you take a pill, and it’s usually taken about an hour before the procedure. This pill will make you drowsy, but you’ll still be awake and able to respond to Dr. Christopher Emuedue’s questions and commands. Recovery may take a little longer with this type of sedation, and you’ll need an escort to drive you home for your safety.


If you suffer from dental fear, please inform us when scheduling your next appointment. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Find Relief from Dental Anxiety

Some people don’t look forward to dental appointments any more than they look forward to paying bills. In fact, 20% of patients experience enough anxiety that they will only go to the dentist when absolutely necessary. Fortunately, Dr. Christopher Emuedue has a team of health-centered professionals that are dedicated to making you feel most comfortable in the dentist’s chair.


People develop dental anxieties for many different reasons. Pain, feelings of helplessness and loss of control, embarrassment, and negative past experiences only name a few. Everyone has fears and concerns and copes with them in different ways. However, the prospect of dental work doesn’t need to fill you with fright. At Greenville Family Dentistry, we want to help you greatly reduce your anxiety and provide you with dental treatment in a way that feels calm and safe. After all, in order to counteract past bad experiences, you need to have new positive experiences which lead to the development of improved feelings and attitudes.


If you have a case of dental anxiety, please inform us when scheduling your appointment. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Apicoectomy after Root Canal

A root canal is a treatment that is used to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth. During root canal treatment, your dentist cleans the canals using special instruments called files to remove inflamed or infected tissue. When an infection develops or won’t go away after root canal treatment or retreatment, Dr. Christopher Emuedue of Greenville Family Dentistry may recommend an apicoectomy.


Root canals may become re-infected for a variety of reasons. These include new or recurrent decay, previously undetected accessory (extra) canals branching from the primary canal at the root end of the tooth, and occasionally, calcification of canals. An apicoectomy is done only after a tooth has had at least one root canal procedure and retreatment has not been successful. It is a minor surgical procedure in which the very tip of the tooth’s root is removed and sealed.


If you have a tooth infection related to a root canal gone wrong, give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Saturday, October 8, 2016

What is an Underbite?

The main cause of an underbite is a misalignment of the lower jaw, which is usually present at birth. An underbite, clinically called prognathism, is the malocclusion or “bad bite” that happens when the lower teeth overlap the upper teeth. Just because your mouth may have this problem doesn’t mean that it’s untreatable. If you have been diagnosed with an underbite, with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry can correct the problem with dental braces.


Although far less common than overbites, underbites still affect 5-10 percent of the population. An extreme underbite can cause facial abnormality, resulting in an extended chin. In addition to the aesthetic problem, underbites including difficulty with chewing, swallowing, and speaking. Underbites may also wear down tooth enamel and increase your chances of developing tooth decay or other dental problems such as TMJ disorder.


If you would like to discuss malocclusion treatment options, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visitwww.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Brushing and Flossing with Arthritis

Stiff and painful hands due to arthritis can make oral care a hassle. It may lead you to skip brushing and flossing more often. However, at Greenville Family Dentistry, we want all of our patients to feel comfortable taking care of their teeth. Take some of these tips for oral care with arthritis.


To make brushing easier, choose a toothbrush with a thick handle and a non-slip grip. It helps with grasp and manipulation of the brush so you can reach all areas of your mouth. There are toothbrushes made especially for those with arthritis. A small head will also help with reach. Electric toothbrushes may help you get a better brushing as they do most of the work. You just need to hold them in the right position.


For flossing, tying the floss into a loop will help you with grasp. For those who do not want to hold onto string floss, flossing picks are also available where other dental supplies are sold. These can make flossing easier for difficult hands.


Arthritis and other difficult hand conditions can change the way you do things, but it is still important to keep up with oral care! To schedule your next cleaning at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call us at (903) 455-6701 or visit our website, www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com