Understanding Tooth Cavities Cavities are very common in daily life, perhaps as common as the common cold. However, if they are so widespread they ought to be easily distinguished as a problematic situation where treatment is promptly sought before they become a more serious concern. Different people have differing experiences with tooth cavities. What exactly […]
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Understanding Gingivitis Do you realize that gingivitis is an extremely common oral health condition? Gingivitis can begin in early childhood. At puberty, prevalence rises. In recent years, periodontal disease, the endpoint of chronic gingivitis, slowly has decreased among adult Americans. However, chronic periodontitis is still the most prevalent chronic inflammatory condition in the elderly. And […]
The Classes Of Cavities Dental professionals use a specific classification system to assess them. There are six classes of cavities based on the tooth type and location of the decay, as well as four classifications that describe the severity of decay. Dr. G.V. Black, an American dentist, classified tooth cavities over 100 years ago, still […]
Understanding Root Canal Treatment Did you know that there are more than 15 million root canals performed annually? However, even with these numbers, the treatment still suffers from many misconceptions. The procedure is indicated when the pulp tissue is already infected by bacteria causing inflammation and then pain. Nerves may be exposed due to a […]
Do you know what causes gum disease? According to the American Academy of Periodontology, one of the leading causes of gum disease is plaque. However, there are other factors that can put the health of your gums at risk. Some of these risks you can control. Age is another factor. It might be that an […]
Identifying Causes of Bad Breath Stinky breath comes from odorous compounds released when naturally occurring bacteria in our mouths break down food with particles that linger in between teeth, gum lines, and, especially, on the tongue. How do you get stinky breath? You notice this when you wake up in the morning – long hours […]
Training the Untrained Eye for Cavities While there are plenty of visual and physical signs that can help you identify if there is a presence of a cavity or possibly something else, only a dentist can tell you for sure. Know the signs to watch out for, and when you experience them get yourself to […]
Dentist’s Tips to Resolve Sensitivity When you’ve just had a dental filling, it may be possible to experience tooth sensitivity. While that’s a normal, post-filling sensitivity, a dentist may recommend some relief tips to make the sensitivity bearable. For example, your dentist may prescribe the use of a desensitizing toothpaste. Desensitizing toothpaste contain an ingredient […]
