Question: What’s even scarier than sitting in a dental chair to get a root canal? Answer: Sitting beside another root-canal patient that happens to be a Siberian tiger! In 2012 a Siberian tiger named “Sayan,” from the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, had a toothache. A brave dentist who is specially trained to treat big cats helped Sayan with a root canal... read more »

Dental sealants are comprised of a thin, plastic material that is painted onto the chewing surfaces of the molars (back teeth). Sealants provide a protective coating that helps to preserve tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay. The Problem The molars have deep depressions that are uneven and bumpy, making them difficult to clean well — especially for children. These pits... read more »