The mouth has many different types of tissues, from your teeth and tongue to muscles, ligaments and frena (plural for frenum). What is a frenum? It is one of the lesser-known tissues, also called a frenulum. In some cases, a frenectomy may be recommended for children, but is this a wise choice? Frenum are connective…
In most cases, the hard tartar on teeth can only be removed by a dental professional. Brushing, string flossing or water flossing usually will not budge calculus on teeth, but in the right circumstance, it may happen. If tartar broke off while flossing, here is what it means and what you should do next. What…
Every tooth has nerves that connect the tooth to the nervous system. These nerves can signal when a tooth is exposed to cold, heat or inflammation, causing toothaches and other sensations. Here is what you need to know about an exposed nerve in tooth pain and how to get relief. When teeth are healthy and…
If you have braces, you know that oral hygiene can be more challenging when you have brackets and wires on your teeth, especially flossing. You may wonder, should you use specialized dental floss with braces or what works best? Here’s what you need to know about floss for braces. Do You Have to Floss If…
If you have misaligned or crooked teeth, you may consider receiving orthodontic treatment. One of the most popular options for teeth straightening is Invisalign® clear aligners, but there are other treatments available like Smile Direct. Here is what you need to know about Invisalign vs Smile Direct. Invisalign is the original inventor of clear aligner…
If you suddenly feel a lump or bump inside your mouth, you may be concerned about your oral health. It is understandable to be alarmed by a new growth anywhere in your body. A hard bump on the gums is usually not serious, but there are various possibilities of what is causing the oral lump.…
When it is time to find a new dentist, more and more people are turning to their digital devices to find a provider. Dental practices that are looking to expand their patient list and revenue want to connect with these individuals, which is possible through effective digital marketing for dentists. Long gone are the days…
One of the biggest threats to the back molars is tooth decay. These large teeth are hard to keep clean, especially for children. To prevent cavities from forming on both baby and adult molars, a sealant for teeth may be recommended. Here is what you need to know about teeth sealants. The molars in the…
Losing most or all your teeth can be devastating. Tooth loss impacts your appearance, speech and food intake, which can affect your physical and emotional health. Removable dentures have been used for centuries to replace missing teeth, but now there is another option: permanent dentures. What Are Permanent Dentures? Traditional dentures use suction and adhesive…
Teeth are alive when the interior pulp is connected to the blood supply and nervous system within the body. A dead tooth is when the pulp inside is no longer viable, usually due to an injury or disease that cuts off the blood supply. How do you know if you have a dead tooth and…
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