It’s been reported that about 50% of Americans do not see a dentist regularly and don’t receive proper dental care. 9-15% of these Americans do not go because of the fear and anxiety they have from seeing a dentist. This means that over 30 million people are not receiving adequate and necessary dental treatment, resulting [...]
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A tooth abscess, also called root abscess, forms when pus is collected between the tissues of the jaw and an infected tooth root. It results from complications with tooth decay or a broken/chipped tooth. When there is an opening in the tooth enamel, bacteria can enter the tooth and cause an infection. This infection can [...]
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Dental implants can be a great alternative to dentures. They’re permanent, can be done for one tooth or all, and they look and feel the same way as your natural teeth would. Dentures, however, are removable, can be slightly uncomfortable, and impede in regular activity. Dentures can slip and move around in your mouth, preventing [...]
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Posted in Conditions, Oral Care, Treatments on May 8th, 2009
If you have sensitive teeth, it can be hard to do regular, everyday things that some people take for granted. Drinking tea or coffee and eating ice cream can be very painful, causing you to avoid having your favorite food and drinks. If you suffer from sensitive teeth, there are a few options for you [...]
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You just had that dreaded, but very necessary, root canal. What do you do now? Pain and discomfort is common after a root canal and will eventually subside. If desired, it can be treated with over the counter pain medications such as ibuprofen. The medicine will alleviate swelling and sensitivity. Discuss this with your dentist [...]
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There are several options to choose from when it comes to getting a whiter, brighter smile. To do it yourself, most stores sell at-home tooth whitening kits that come with strips or mouth trays. If you want something that lasts much longer, dentists offer tooth whitening procedures that can be done in about an hour. [...]
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