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Severe tooth decay can inflame the blood vessels and nerves around the tooth. If this problem worsens a root canal may be needed. Our specialized team will remove the infected pulp in the tooth and reseal it to help end pain. While you may have heard scary things about root canal therapy, at Family First […]

Wisdom Tooth Removal Wisdom tooth removal is a common procedure to extract the late developing back molars which can cause discomfort and overcrowding. Removal is performed as a day surgery and typically takes 45 minutes. Sedation dentistry will be used so you don’t feel any discomfort during surgery. Treatment will be carried out by one

A dental emergency can arise from a variety of different issues that affect the teeth and supporting tissues surrounding them. Pain is usually an indicator that something is wrong, but some dental emergencies can have little to no pain. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, contact our Kennewick, WA office right away! A Fractured

Sedation dentistry is commonly used to help anxious patients relax when receiving treatments and can even be used for less anxious patients to make them more comfortable during certain procedures. Sedation dentistry ensures a safe, painless way for all patient types to receive the best treatment. At our Kennewick, WA clinic, we use two forms

Dental work can seem scary to children, but at our Family First Dental clinic in Kennewick, WA, our team is trained to carry out all specialized dentistry treatments we offer adults on children. We know the importance of taking care of your child’s first teeth, so they understand good oral hygiene for life. This means

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep apnea in which the muscles in the back of your throat relax and narrow during sleep. This can stop normal breathing causing snoring and interrupted sleep, sometimes several times a night. Symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea can include: Sleep apnea can have a major impact

Orthodontics is a specialized type of dentistry that helps to straighten teeth and align bite patterns. Straightening your teeth doesn’t just look good, it can improve your oral hygiene, making it easier to clean in between your teeth. Wire or metal braces are the first thing that springs to mind when talking about teeth straightening,

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss and occurs in stages. The early stage is called gingivitis and your dentist can help you resolve this as it only affects the surface of the gums. If gingivitis is left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis, which is more complicated to treat and may require