Dental implants are intended to replace one or more missing teeth. Your dentist may have two options in choosing materials for the implants. The two most common substances are titanium and zirconia. Let’s take a quick look at some of the main qualities of each in order to appreciate your options: – Titanium is extremely…
During a root canal procedure, a dentist removes the infected pulp of a tooth. Doing this restores the tooth’s health and prevents further complications. This also prevents removal of a diseased tooth. So when does a patient receive this procedure? A root canal is performed to treat a tooth with severe decay and infection. Root…
Many people grind their teeth – often at night. Teeth-grinding causes serious damage to teeth so it’s important to reduce this habit. Top tips: – Reduce stress by learning to identify triggers; lowering stress can reduce teeth-grinding. – Try gentle jaw-stretching exercises to reduce any jaw tension. – Massage can also reduce stress and tension….
Having sensitive teeth means that eating hot or cold items, even spicy and sweet substances, can cause pain. Worn or damaged tooth enamel is usually the reason. Key takeaways: – Schedule regular checkups with your dentist to treat plaque and spot early signs of enamel damage. – Brush teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush to avoid…
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