If you are not aware of what you stand to gain from a cosmetic dental treatment, it can be hard to know if a procedure is right for you. If you have an interest in improving your smile, you should let your dentist know. A routine dental checkup can be an opportunity to acquire helpful knowledge about what a cosmetic treatment can do for you. Because people have different needs, there are several procedures available. If you can think of something you would like to change about the appearance of your teeth, the right information can help you attain the improvements you desire. (more…)
What Makes A Cavity Painful?
Do you know why a cavity can cause your tooth to become painful, or sensitive? It has to do with the blood vessels and nerve tissue in the pulp of your tooth. At first, a cavity only affects your enamel. If your dentist restores your tooth at this point, you can have it fixed with a dental filling before you experience real discomfort. However, if you do not have treatment in time, decay will pass through your enamel and dentin, and an infection can take hold that harms the living tissue in your tooth. At this point, you can start to feel problems. It is important to respond quickly to tooth pain from a cavity, as it can cause serious damage if it continues to go untreated. (more…)
Why Am I Waking Up With Sore Teeth?
How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? Hopefully, you feel refreshed, and ready to start your day. If you suffer from bruxism, this may not be the case. Bruxism sufferers frequently clench their jaw, and can grind their teeth with enough force to harm them. This often happens during sleep. Bruxism can also put enough stress on your jaw joints to lead to TMJ problems. Your dentist is equipped to help you deal with both bruxism and TMJ issues. A special oral appliance can be designed to stop you from pressing your teeth against each other while you sleep. If you suffer from persistent TMJ issues, an insert that keeps your jaw in a comfortable position can be created. (more…)
Why Tooth Loss Needs To Be Addressed
The way your smile looks after tooth loss may be reason enough for you to seek a prosthetic replacement. However, if cosmetic concerns are not enough to stir you to action, you should know what sort of health issues can be created by having missing teeth. The redistribution of work for biting and chewing could culminate with excess wear and tear on certain remaining teeth. You could also develop TMJ issues because you have to accommodate an absent space. If you want to restore your oral health, you should acquire a dental prosthetic. (more…)
Teeth Whitening For Intrinsic And Extrinsic Discoloration
When it comes to tooth discoloration, there are multiple culprits. When you think about tooth discoloration, your mind may go directly to stains left over from actions like drinking coffee or red wine, or smoking. This is what is referred to as extrinsic discoloration. If your teeth are affected by extrinsic stains, a cosmetic whitening treatment can remedy the effects on your appearance. Intrinsic discoloration, however, is less responsive to whitening agents. This can be a side effect of having taken certain medications, or from a dental injury. Intrinsic stains can be addressed by other cosmetic treatments. (more…)
Why You Should Start Dental Visits For Your Child Early
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) advises that your child should have his or her first dental visit at the point where the first primary tooth has erupted. At the latest, they should have their first visit by their first birthday. These early visits are important for several reasons. For one, primary teeth, like your adult teeth, can be affected by decay. These visits also mean instilling a sense of the importance of good oral hygiene. As your child ages, your dentist can keep watch over their development, and identify concerns that may need orthodontic treatment. (more…)
Don’t Let Anxiety Keep You Away From The Dentist
Finding time for a trip to the dentist may not be easy, but it is important – especially if you have ongoing issues you need to treat. However, some people put off dental treatments for reasons that have less to do with scheduling, and more to do with their own fears about a visit. If you suffer from dental anxiety, it can make the idea of undergoing a procedure, or even a routine examination, daunting. While it is unfair to expect you to simply disregard your concerns, you should know that avoiding the dentist can leave existing problems with time to worsen, and cause problems for your overall oral health. Your dentist can help you address dental anxiety, so that you can receive the treatment you need. (more…)
Habits That Can Harm Your Teeth
Everyday activities can have a negative impact on your oral health. Even if you routinely brush and floss, and regularly visit your dentist, you can face an increased risk for dental problems due to your diet choices, or other everyday actions. There are also actions you can take to help keep your teeth healthy. Increasing your daily water intake can help you reduce the sugar in your diet. Tap water can also contain beneficial fluoride that strengthens your teeth. If you have developed problems with your teeth that have affected how they look, you may want to know more about cosmetic dental treatments. (more…)
Restoring Your Smile After A Dental Injury
Do you know what to do in the event of a dental emergency? Unfortunately, a set of otherwise healthy teeth can be disrupted by physical trauma. If an injury has left you with a tooth that is cracked, broken, loosened, or knocked out, you should see your dentist as soon as possible. If the damage is significant, you may need a treatment to eliminate the risk of an infection. If your injury is not severe, but you are left with visible damage that you would like to address, cosmetic dentistry can cover signs of trauma. (more…)
Quiz: What Your Dentist Can Do In A Routine Visit
If you keep up with scheduled dental appointments – people should typically see their dentist twice annually – you may already know what your dentist can do for you in a routine visit. However, if you only see your dentist when you have a problem with a tooth, you may not realize how many important services you miss out on. A checkup and cleaning provide the resources you need to maintain a healthy mouth. They also serve to give you advance notice if there is a problem; restorative treatments tend to be less involved when an issue is found early. (more…)