Why does it matter when a cavity is identified and treated? Once decay causes a cavity to form, the condition of your tooth will continue to worsen until restorative dental care is provided. If the only area of your tooth affected is your enamel, your dentist will only need to remove a limited amount of […]
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Cavities need to be prevented (and promptly addressed when they do form), but your teeth face other threats. As durable as they are, your teeth can experience some wear and tear over time. To a point, this is inevitable. After all, our jaws can produce remarkable force when we bite and chew, and the friction […]
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When you enjoy good oral health, biting and chewing will typically not be an issue. Often, trouble with these routine dental functions can serve as a warning that you may need to bring an issue to your dentist’s attention. They can examine your teeth and jaws, make a determination as to what the problem might […]
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Physical damage that affects your smile can be troubling. You can feel put off by how you look now that your appearance is altered by this physical harm. While the cosmetic effect of damage can be worrying enough, you also need to look out for signs that your oral health might be affected. Is it […]
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There are many reasons you should work diligently to prevent cavities from forming. One thing you should know is that when your tooth experiences decay, the material loss is permanent. Even a small cavity is more than your tooth can recover from on its own. This is why a problem should be brought to your […]
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Modern advances in dental treatment have brought about positive changes to the kind of care you can expect. One example can be found in how dental restorations have changed – it is possible to enjoy an esthetically pleasing crown or filling that will blend in with your smile. Improvements have also been made to help […]
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You may be surprised at how some of your daily behaviors can impact your smile, and how they can influence your oral health. Some of the decisions you make can have an obvious relevance to the condition of your teeth. For instance, your daily flossing habit, or your lack of flossing, can affect the chances […]
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If your tooth experiences physical trauma, there may be lasting damage that needs to be addressed. If you experience lingering pain after an injury, or have a difficult time putting pressure on the tooth when you bite and chew, there may be internal damage. A crack in your tooth can certainly put you at risk, […]
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When you seek care for a cavity, you should feel confident in your dentist’s ability to address the problem, and offer restorative care to protect your smile. Modern dental crowns and dental fillings are able to mimic your enamel, so that they blend in easily and avoid creating issues with your appearance. With single-tooth anesthesia, […]
With regular care during checkups from your dentist, and smart preventive dental care at home, you can keep your smile in great condition. That means avoiding potentially involved restorative dental treatments like tooth extractions. While many people do undergo an extraction procedure to remove their wisdom teeth, there are situations where other teeth need to […]
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