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Body modification has become increasingly mainstream over the last couple of decades. Approximately 21% of Americans have at least one tattoo, compared to less than 6% in the 1930’s. There are about 21,000 tattoo shops open in the US right now, with one new tattoo shop opening every day. One new trend in body modification is lip tattoos. Although this temporary tattoo trend may seem convenient or funny, lip tattoos have extra complications that you should consider before rushing out to get inked.

Last week was Root Canal Awareness Week, and we clarified the purpose and value of root canals. In recent years, there have been dramatic improvements in both diagnostic and treatment technologies that have improved the experience and end result of root canals. With better technology at their disposal, endodontists are able to understand and diagnose better, which in turn leads to better, more individualized treatment. Here’s a brief look into some of those new technologies.

This week is Root Canal Awareness Week! Root canals are perhaps the most dreaded, and we suggest misunderstood, dental treatment. We’d love to go through the basics of what a root canal is with you. Root canals can save your natural teeth and you definitely shouldn’t avoid getting one if you need one!