Many people only see the dentist for regular examinations or if they have obvious dental pain. However, oral or dental problems that require the dentist's intervention are not always obvious. Below are some situations in which dental consultation can help.
Pregnancy
Dental care during pregnancy is critical because of pregnancy for several reasons. First, pregnancy triggers hormone changes, and some of the changes increase your risk of dental problems. For example, some people experience swollen gums during pregnancy.
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Do you need dental implants? If this is your first experience with implants, take a look at what you don't know (but should) about this type of dental restoration.
What Are Implants Made Of?
Even though the top (crown) part of the implant looks and feels like a real tooth, it isn't. Instead of natural dental enamel, an implant crown is made of porcelain, ceramic, or a metal material (such as gold).
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Children begin to shed their baby teeth at about the age of six to seven years old. Shortly after baby teeth fall out, the secondary teeth erupt to take their place. The shedding and replacement process continues until about the age of twelve. In most cases, the secondary teeth erupt properly. However, problems sometimes occur as the secondary teeth begin to erupt.
If your child's baby teeth have started to fall out, check that their adult teeth are erupting properly.
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A severely aching tooth can ruin your otherwise perfectly planned day. In most cases, rushing to see your family dentist is the only solution for the intense pain. Luckily the expert can quickly remedy the pain by numbing and treating the area, and you can go about your day. Here are a few categories of aching teeth and what they represent.
Oral Sensitivity
This is a common dental issue faced by many patients.
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Taking care of your teeth on a daily basis is extremely important so they remain intact and free of cavities. Failure to tend to your teeth regularly causes decay. Here are some tips to help you protect your teeth from unnecessary cavities.
Keep On Top Of Your Food Intake
Teeth tend to decay at a more rapid pace if they are subjected to sugary or starchy foods. If you eat food with a high sugar or starch content, make it a priority to brush them as soon as possible after your meal or snack comes to an end.
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