The best way to keep teeth and gums healthy is to brush and floss each day. The good news is that you can choose from different types of floss depending upon your unique needs. Let us take a look at four options: – Waxed floss is more difficult to break when flossing. – Unwaxed floss…
Braces can be made of metal, porcelain, or medical-grade plastic, as is the case of Invisalign. A dentist may recommend Invisalign invisible braces for certain patients: – People with an active lifestyle or involved in contact sports, as the aligners can be removed to avoid injury. – Teenagers who may have confidence issues when wearing…
Wisdom Tooth Problems Situated at the back of the jawbone, wisdom teeth are the last permanent molars to appear and can often be problematic for patient and dentist. Because humans no longer need to chew on really hard foods, these molars are essentially redundant. Also, the human mouth is now smaller than in ancient times…
Problems with one or both temporomandibular joints (TMJ) can result in jaw popping. A dentist can recommend treatment for jaw popping, helping to alleviate any resulting discomfort or pain. Key takeaways: – Besides a TMJ disorder, jaw popping can be caused by habits such as teeth grinding and chewing fingernails. – A dentist may recommend…
Tooth sensitivity can occur briefly after some dental procedures. Tooth sensitivity due to enamel damage will not go away on its own and you may experience pain when consuming hot or cold items. Key takeaways: – Regular dental check-ups allow your dentist to check the condition of enamel. – A dentist can assess the cause…
It is widely accepted that giving up cigarettes is not easy and any assistance in doing so is to be welcomed. An unlikely source of support in quitting the habit is the dentist, as they are often the first to notice oral problems caused by smoking. When trying to quit smoking the dentist can assist…
A cavity is simply a hole in the tooth where the tooth enamel is damaged. A dentist usually fills the cavity to prevent further dental problems. Key takeaways: – Cavities are preventable and regular check-ups can help detect any problems early on. – Avoid smoking and follow a healthy diet. – Brush teeth twice a…
Dental implants are widely recognised as the best method for replacing missing teeth. Unlike dentures, bridges or false teeth, implants require no special attention or cleaning. When fitted by a dentist, a dental implant has a number of distinct advantages over alternative methods of tooth replacement as they: – Look, feel and act just like…
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