When recovering from a tooth extraction, it is important to allow the gum tissue to heal during the days after the procedure. One of the recommendations for recovering from tooth removal or oral surgery is avoiding crunchy, chewy or hard foods. If you are having a tooth removal surgery, you should plan to only eat…
Dental fillings are the most common procedure for replacing lost tooth material from decay or damage. Tooth-colored composite fillings are the most popular for restoring teeth, but metal or amalgam fillings are also still used. In most cases, a dental filling procedure can be performed in a single visit and little to no downtime is…
Cavities or caries are small pockets of tooth decay. Children are especially prone to cavities, but anyone can experience tooth decay. To stop the damage to the tooth, cavities need to be removed, then filled to seal the tooth surface and protect it from further decay or damage. If you have a cavity that needs…
Braces have been the go-to option in orthodontic treatment for many decades. Attaching brackets to the teeth that are connected by wires can accurately shift teeth into the desired position over one or more years of treatment, but there are drawbacks to wearing braces. Many people with crooked teeth or bite problems wonder if there…
A proper bite alignment is a vital part of achieving a healthy smile. It is not only about proper teeth alignment for aesthetics – a misaligned bite can affect teeth longevity, speech, overall health and more. Why is proper bite alignment so important? Here is what you need to know about achieving a proper bite…
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, but most people experience tooth damage or loss. The good news is that there are advanced methods that can be used to restore damaged teeth or even replace single teeth that have been lost. Dental crowns are a key component in restoring severely damaged teeth and also…
The most natural-appearing option in tooth restoration for missing teeth is a dental implant. The design is similar to a tooth, with a titanium “root” that is connected to the jawbone. While dental implants can look and function like natural teeth, many people wonder whether they are worth the investment. How long do dental implants…
It happens on occasion that a new crown doesn’t feel like it’s fitting as it should. If you run into the problem of feeling that your crown is too big, what can you do about it? Definitely don’t wait too long! A poorly fitting crown can lead to problems down the road. What If You…
Permanent crowns and fillings are cemented and bonded to your teeth to last for a long time. One question many people ask, is if their crown or filling will fall out if they floss around them? As with your natural teeth, flossing should be a part of your daily oral hygiene routine with crowns and…
Regular dentures can slip out of one’s mouth easily, causing public embarrassment. The solution to this problem comes from snap-on dentures, which snap on to dental implants placed at the sides of the inner jaw. Sometimes, multiple implant posts are used as anchors for the snap-on dentures. These dentures stay in place and do not…
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