When tooth decay afflicts a tooth, it will gradually continue to spread. Should you procrastinate professional dental treatment at Shaia Dental Care, the problem will inevitably worsen. Sometimes so much of the tooth enamel structure is compromised that the tooth severely fractures. When this happens, Dr. Anthony Shaia might need to provide endodontic therapy. In an extreme case, the damage... read more »

Each of your teeth is anchored in its socket by very strong periodontal ligaments. As strong as they are, it is still possible for a very hard blow to the face to sever them or even fracture the tooth out of the socket. When this happens, the tooth is often so badly damaged that your dentist, Dr. Anthony Shaia, must... read more »

A dental bridge may seem like a frightening procedure; however, the benefits greatly outweigh the costs. For example, a dental bridge is considered to be one of the quicker procedures for tooth replacement. A dental bridge will only take two or three visits to your dental office. Even though this may seem like a great reason to consider a dental... read more »

Dental implant technology has greatly advanced over the years. Originally, dental implants could only replace a single missing tooth. Now they can also be used to anchor a bridge or even help anchor custom dentures for a secure fit. At the initial appointment, the oral surgeon will take a series of X-rays or perform a CT scan. This will help... read more »