The reason for using nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) is for its calming effect. Since it doesn’t numb the teeth, anesthetic is still necessary. Nitrous oxide just relaxes you. You will breathe nitrous oxide in through a small mask that covers your nose. It takes just a few minutes for you to notice the effects. People […]

It takes two appointments to restore your tooth with a crown. That’s because a crown is custom-crafted in a dental laboratory to precisely fit your tooth. To make the entire process comfortable for you, the first thing your dentist will do is make the affected area thoroughly numb. Then any decay is removed with the […]

When the nerve of a tooth becomes infected, your Houston dentist may recommend a root canal treatment in order to save the tooth. How do you know if you have an infected tooth? Some of the signs are heat and cold sensitivity, swelling and pain, or a bad taste in your mouth. Or, you may […]