Dental emergencies never seem to happen at a convenient time, and they can be extremely stressful. This is especially the case when you are experiencing a great deal of pain. Wouldn’t you prevent them if you could? Fortunately, there are some steps you can take in order to reduce your chances of experiencing one. Continue reading to learn some tips from your dentist about how you can avoid dental emergencies in the future.

It’s no secret that most patients fear the words “root canal.” But did you know that a study conducted by the American Association of Endodontics found that 59% of people are more afraid of getting a root canal than speaking in public? Yikes! Fortunately, patients who fall into this statistic will be relieved to know that they are largely preventable thanks to preventive dentistry. Read on to learn a few easy ways to avoid needing a root canal.