Dental Blog - Wallingford, CT

Aroot canal, or endodontic therapy, can be the difference between a tooth which is saved and one which needs to be extracted. When a tooth is damaged to the extent where the inner pulp is infected, a root canal will be necessary to save it. The pulp of a tooth can become infected due to extensive decay […]

When you think about getting a cavity filled, the back teeth usually require such dental work. This makes sense considering this is where most chewing takes place, there is more surface area on these teeth, and there are more “hard to reach” areas at the back of the mouth. However, you can also get cavities […]

Seeing your dentist twice a year for an examination and cleaning may not rank high on your priority list–but it should. Understandably, it can seem like taking time off work or making room in your calendar for these appointments can be a hassle, especially when your mouth feels perfectly healthy. However, you put your oral […]

You are missing a tooth (or multiple teeth) and have elected to receive dental implants. You’ve done your research and have learned of the many benefits a dental implant offers that other tooth replacement options cannot quite match. Now, you are seeking a dental team trusted in dental implants and has a superior success rate. […]

Early periodontal treatment and continued maintenance are crucial to reversing periodontitis symptoms and restoring your oral health. At Wolfy Dental Group, Dr. Sandra Vukovic offers periodontal care to those experiencing gum disease symptoms. Through routine dental exams, your New Haven, Connecticut, dentist can detect early warning signs of gingivitis, the earliest form of periodontal disease, so that you can […]

When you smile, your front teeth are what people see first. If these teeth are missing, your smile will be incomplete. Losing front teeth can ruin your smile and detract from your overall appearance. You may even hide your smile due to the embarrassment of not having front teeth. Partial dentures from Wolfy Dental Group in New Haven, Connecticut, […]

Losing a tooth is a huge deal. It’s not that you’re just losing a little bit of dentin and enamel. Tooth loss can impact speaking, chewing food, and smiling. It can negatively impact your confidence, as people tend to judge those with missing teeth in a more negative light. The good news is that you […]