For some people, the mere thought of a root canal can invoke anxiety or fear. That’s often due to misconceptions about this treatment. Dr. Mark Wright DDS in Colorado Springs, Colorado uses root canal therapy for dental abscess treatment or to eliminate severe infection inside your tooth. Pain is usually one of the first signs […]
At Mark H. Wright DDS in Colorado Springs, Colorado, we use composite fillings for various reasons, one of the most important of which is treating cavities. After removing the decay, we’ll seal your tooth with a composite filling to protect it from future infection and decay. However, resin fillings can serve multiple purposes in dentistry, […]
Millions of people have a legitimate fear of the dentist, which keeps them from receiving quality dental care. At the office of Mark H. Wright DDS, we take a stance against dental anxiety and fear through sedation dentistry. Dr. Wright and our team offer oral sedation to our patients in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to restore […]
Many people suffer from sleep apnea without knowing it. If you’re unfamiliar with sleep apnea symptoms, you may not realize that your loud snoring, waking up frequently at night breathless, or daytime drowsiness are signs of this condition. With these FAQs, your Colorado Springs, Colorado dentist, Dr. Mark H. Wright, explains more about sleep apnea […]
Our dentist, Dr. Mark Wright, is excited to offer Botox for patients diagnosed with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). Botox injections have been used for years for cosmetic purposes, but recent studies have shown that they can also be effective in treating pain caused by MPS. If you live in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and want to […]
Straightening the smile and realigning the teeth sounds like quite the feat, but with the assistance of a trained and experienced professional, you can address issues such as spacing and misalignment with a series of treatments. Metal bracket-and-wire braces are still appropriate in many situations, but many patients find they are appropriate candidates for clear […]
Mark H Wright DDS of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is an experienced dental provider offering general, cosmetic, and restorative dental care for patients and families. Dr. Mark Wright also encourages patients to be proactive in screening for potential issues such as oral cancer. With the VELscope oral cancer screening device available at his office, patients can […]
Often, a family trip to the dentist will feature the use of an x-ray camera. The dental hygienists will cover you or your children with a heavy apron and make you chomp on some bitewings, while the camera moves and clicks around you. Of course, the images produced…
Knocking out a permanent tooth is a true dental emergency. Don’t be afraid to contact your dentist right away. If you knock out a permanent tooth, here is what to do.1. Hold the tooth by the crown and not the root so as not to spread bacteria unto the root.2…
There are certainly plenty of foods that cause bad breath, but did you know that these five foods can help fight it? Cheese and yogurt – Cheese can help neutralize acids and unsweetened yogurt can reduce hydrogen sulfide, both of which can cause bad breath. Sugarless…
If you burned the roof of your mouth eating something hot, like pizza, first try cooling your mouth down with a cold drink or a popsicle. Ice cream or yogurt can also do the trick. It’s best to stop eating the pizza until it cools, to prevent damaging your mouth further…