The Truth About Dental Implants
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Teeth enamel is basically the source of protection that your teeth have from outside forces. They effectively work as your teeth’s armor or kevlar. No time in your life, however, is the protection of your teeth more necessary than during childhood. During childhood, making sure your teeth are protected means your adult teeth will grow in healthy and safe, your gums are protected and won’t fall victim to disease and your teeth will grow in nice and straight.…
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Your cusps are the pointed parts on the crowns of your teeth. Your canine teeth only have one cusp, while your premolars have two, and your molars each have four or five cusps. The purpose of these cusps is to aid in chewing, but sometimes, your cusps can break. Here are four things you need to know about broken cusps.
What causes broken cusps?
Your cusps can break if you chew something that’s too hard for your enamel to handle.…
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If you have gum disease, then your dentist will need to complete immediate treatments to reduce tooth loss risks as well as the sensitivities that result from gum recession and tooth root exposure. Deep root scaling that includes the ultrasonic cleaning of the dental roots, gum grafting, and tissue regeneration tactics are all used to treat gum disease. However, lasers are also now being used to treat inflamed and infected gum tissues. Laser treatments are considered effective, and there are often many benefits to using a laser over more traditional types of procedures.…
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There are many types of oral health issues that may be considered emergencies. Dislodged teeth, cracked crowns, and the accidental removal of a dental filling are just a few examples. However, none of these problems are nearly as painful as an oral abscess. There are two types of abscesses you may experience that include gum abscesses and tooth abscesses.
A gum abscess generally begins in a periodontal pocket and grows into a large ball of pus that places direct pressure on the tooth or teeth in the area.…
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Around 70% of people in the Unites States have a fear of losing one of their teeth. Strangely enough, around the same amount of people also have a fear of receiving a root canal. Since root canals are used to save the teeth from eventual extraction, you would think this fact would help to stave off scared feelings. Well, if you are one of those fearful adults, then you should know that there are some real reasons why you should not fear the treatment.…
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If you think of your dentist merely as a solver of dental emergencies, you’re missing out on the many greater benefits to your long-term well being this practitioner can provide. Here are four important ways you can benefit from regular dental care.
1. Better Digestion
If you’ve ever tried to eat with a toothache, you know how difficult it can be to chew the food properly. Chewing is the critical first stage of the digestive process – the teeth reduce the food to digestible chunks while enzymes in saliva begin reducing the food for easier breakdown of nutrients in the stomach and intestines.…
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The legalization of marijuana is a train that doesn’t appear to be stopping anytime soon. While there are many medical benefits of marijuana use, consuming this recreational drug may not be as healthy for your teeth and gums, especially if you want to get dental implants. Here’s how marijuana can impact the viability of dental implants in people who use it on a regular basis.
Marijuana Use Increases the Risk of Getting Gum Disease…
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Selecting the right cosmetic dentist is the first step towards getting the perfect smile. Your decision on which practice to go to will depend largely on the dentist, but they are not the only person you should inquire about when interviewing cosmetic dentistry practices. There is someone who works behind the scenes but will have an equally significant impact on your smile: the ceramist.
The Ceramist is a Master Artist…
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Enamel is the hard outer layer that protects your teeth. It’s strong, but it’s not indestructible. You may already know that it can be cracked, chipped, or broken, but it’s less well known that enamel can also erode. Here’s what you need to know about enamel erosion.
What causes enamel erosion?
Your enamel can be worn away by your everyday activities. Common causes are abrasion from overzealous tooth brushing and acid erosion from some types of popular drinks.…
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Sensitive teeth can be more than a minor annoyance, they can be a huge painful problem. There are a number of causes of sensitive teeth, and a few different ways in which you can combat your teeth sensitivity.
Sensitive Teeth Symptoms
The most obvious symptom of sensitive teeth is pain and discomfort in the mouth, specifically teeth. This pain can be ever-present, or only caused when eating certain foods or when the teeth are exposed to a certain temperature.…
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