Aren't dental crowns supposed to be tough? Will food really damage them or make them fall out? Is it even worth getting a crown given this information? Yes, it's still worth getting a dental crown. Food doesn't affect dental crowns because the crowns are super fragile; it affects them because the pressure exerted on the crown as it's wedged between teeth is too much for the adhesive bond or the side of the crown that's being crushed.
15 March 2022
Your toddler's personality is starting to show through their smile, and you want to make sure they have a healthy one! Out of excitement, you may persuade yourself that taking your young kid to a general dentist as soon as they have teeth is a good idea. However, it's best to postpone seeing a pediatric dentist until after your child turns four. Here are three brilliant ideas to help care for your child's dental health.
1 February 2022
Hospitals and doctor's offices aren't the only ones who need to stay stocked up on personal protective equipment (PPE) medical supplies. Dental offices also use many of the same supplies as hospitals and doctor's offices. You will be able to learn about some of the PPE medical supplies a dentist office use on a regular basis and the importance of those supplies here: Latex gloves Latex gloves are used on a daily basis in the dental field.
6 December 2021
When you have missing or damaged teeth, your ability to smile confidently or chew food properly gets compromised. You can fix your smile with dentures or veneers. However, to reinstate your ability to chew food, the best remedy is a crown. Nonetheless, you have the option of two types of crowns, namely implant crowns or regular dental crowns (caps). Generally, a dentist will recommend the appropriate type of crown to use.
8 November 2021
Sometimes you might be a little envious of what animals can do. Wouldn't it be great to be able to fly like a bird? How awesome would it be to sleep all day like a koala? Or to have multiple rows of teeth like a shark? Many sharks have multiple rows of teeth, generally all with shallow roots, and if a tooth is damaged or lost, there are numerous teeth waiting to take over.
27 September 2021
Sleep apnea is an illness that causes people to get a poor night's sleep. People with this condition sometimes stop breathing while they sleep due to their airways collapsing. Sleep apnea can be dangerous if it's not treated. Fortunately, your dentist can help you get the treatment you need. Oral appliance therapy is an inexpensive sleep apnea treatment that is easy for patients to maintain. Here are some things that oral appliance therapy patients can expect during treatment:
18 August 2021
A dental implant is often the preferred option to replace a missing tooth. The implant, which doesn't just rest in the mouth at the gum line, is actually inserted through the gingival tissues into the jawbone. During the months following the placement of an implant, the device integrates with the tissues of the jawbone, causing it to be fixed in position. The connection that results from the osseointegration of the implant is so secure that the device can withstand a similar amount of bite pressure to a natural tooth root.
8 July 2021
If you think about it, there's a clear link between the state of your teeth and your calorie intake. If someone has damaged (or even missing) teeth, this greatly influences the types of food that they can safely consume. It's the same with braces, and many people will find that their diet changes once those braces have been installed, even when this wasn't an entirely conscious decision. But are these changes anything to be concerned about?
26 May 2021
If you've recently undergone a root canal, you might be wondering — how long will it actually last? It's a valid question, although there's no real definitive answer. The good news is that a root canal is designed to be a lasting solution for a problematic tooth, and for most people, root canal treatment can offer a permanent fix. The Dental Pulp The severity of the infection of the dental pulp (the nerve located in each tooth) plays a role in the long-lasting success of your root canal.
16 April 2021
If you brush your teeth every day but only floss every once in a while, you're not alone. However, it is important to incorporate flossing into your daily routine right now. It only takes a couple of minutes and can drastically improve your oral health. Here are some of the benefits of flossing between your teeth on a daily basis. Clean the Small Spaces Between Your Teeth No matter how hard you try, you can't remove the food particles and plaque between your teeth with just a toothbrush.
26 February 2021