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| You could have a cavity, or you could have bad decay. If you already have a filling in that tooth, it could be a leaking filling. You should schedule an appointment with your dentist. |
| You could have a cavity, or you could have bad decay. If you already have a filling in that tooth, it could be a leaking filling. You should schedule an appointment with your dentist. |
| You could be grinding, clenching, or bruxing. You should schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss possible TMJ problems and the need for nightguard therapy. |
| They could be from developmental hypo or hyper calcifications or antibiotic therapy (tetracycline staining). You should schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss whitening techniques or veneers. |
| See your dentist to discuss a possible removable appliance, invisalign, braces, or veneers. |
| It could be from brushing too hard or you may need a professional cleaning. Other possibilities may be that you have gingivitis or periodontal disease. Schedule an appointment with your dentist and hygienist. |
| It could be gum recession (the root of the tooth is exposed). Make an appointment with your hygienist for a cleaning and have an examination by your dentist. |
| Call your dentist's office and set up an appointment to have it re-cemented. |
| You can opt to wear Invisalign which are clear plastic acrylic shells (which orthodontists call aligners) that snap over the teeth; or you can opt for veneers. |
| What your brushing can't reach, flossing can. Flossing removes food particles and plaque that elude your toothbrush since the little stuff often hides behind and between the teeth. In fact, dentists consider it even more crucial in the prevention of tooth decay and periodontal disease than brushing. |
| Canker sores are small sores that can form inside the mouth. They can be white, yellow, grey and sometimes have a small red border surrounding them. They can be painful when talking or eating. Canker sores are not contagious and usually go away on their own in 7-10 days. If a canker sore persists for more than 2 weeks, see your dentist. |
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If dentists ruled the world, everyone would own an ultrasonic toothbrush. It gives you a professional clean feeling, right in your own bathroom. The plaque is brushed off the surface of the teeth with just the right amount of aggression, and the day's extrinsic stains get brushed off as well. What's more, the latest models have a beeper installed that goes off every thirty seconds to signal when it 's time to move on the next quadrant in your mouth.
Do you actually need a rotating or oscillating toothbrush? 31% of Americans have one, but that doesn't necessarily mean you need
one. It simply depends on how well you treat your teeth. So you probably already know the answer.
How well, and for how long do you brush your teeth? If you know that you're a lazy brusher then you need one. If you're still on the fence about whether you should use a rotating brush, ask your dentist and hygienist to grade you on your oral-care habits.
If you prefer to use a standard manual toothbrush, there are some characteristics you should look for when purchasing one. Easy grip: It should have a handle that's easy to grip and long enough so as not to make the action of brushing awkward.
Head space: It should have a marginally small head so it can easily reach every spot.
Soft touch: It's bristles should be soft with rounded ends and lie at a forty-five-degree angle to the teeth to allow you to easily and gently move it between the gum and teeth in a non-aggressive sideways motion. |
| Good oral hygiene is extremely important during pregnancy because the increase in hormone levels during pregnancy can cause dental problems to be intensified. |
| According to the ADA, and athlete is 60 more times likely to have an injury to the teeth when not wearing a mouthguard. A mouthguard is designed to help buffer the teeth from injury and trauma. If you play the following sports, you should probably wear a mouthguard: football, boxing, hockey, basketball, snow skiing, snowboarding, soccer, etc.) |
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Also known as tartar, calculus is the hardened residue that forms on your teeth when plaque is not removed. Plaque can be removed by brushing everyday and flossing daily. If calculus is allowed to remain on the teeth and below the gum line, it can lead to chronic infection and inflammation. The only way to remove calculus is to have your teeth professionally cleaned. |
| Is a clinical name for bad breath. According to studies, 85% of people with bad breath have a dental condition that is to blame. These conditions could be gum disease, cavities, poor oral hygiene, oral cancer, and bacteria on the tongue. |