When a tooth is threatened by acute decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is ordinarily the only way to save the tooth. During a root […]
Root Canals
Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings

Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are eradicated with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues recede. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Vitangeli Dental strongly emphasizes preventative dentistry. Few […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction

Hello friends of Vitangeli Dental! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain strong and vital, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the surrounding bone material. As […]
Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to examine: Cost In the long run, it is less pricey to do it all at once. At Vitangeli Dental in Englewood, […]
Can You Save a Dead Tooth?

Since teeth don’t grow and the enamel is not made of living cells, it’s easy to forget that teeth are alive. We are reminded when we have a toothache, or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food. Like other organs, teeth need a blood supply to stay alive and healthy. At Vitangeli Dental in Englewood […]
Root Canals? Have No Fear in Englewood OH

Getting a root canal in Englewood OH or anywhere else has always been a dreaded dental procedure. But guess what? With the latest technology and anesthetics, a root canal is no more painful than receiving a filling, and most can be done in one or two office visits. Known formally as endodontic treatment, the goal of […]
Vitangeli: Calming Root Canal Fears

In Englewood, Ohio, a dentist’s office is sometimes seen as a painful and scary place. Vitangeli, located at 320 Union Blvd Englewood, Ohio, tries to discourage that image with a friendly and gentle staff and qualified dentists. However, endodontic therapy, a dental procedure commonly known as a root canal, still carries a strong association with pain […]