2021
When a Knocked Out Tooth Can't Be Found
What do you need to do when an accident has knocked out one of your teeth? You need to hurry. Avulsed teeth (which is the formal term for teeth that have detached from their dental sockets) can be re-implanted and splinted to their neighbours until they heal—but only if you rush, as every minute counts. And of course, this method is only possible if you can find the tooth. What do you need to do when a tooth has been knocked out, but cannot be located?
Has Your Dentist Recommended A Root Canal? What You Risk By Postponing The Treatment
If you're dreading the thought of scheduling your root canal, you might be doing more harm than good. Root canals are needed when teeth are injured, or when there's a deep cavity. Unfortunately, many people try to avoid root canals. If that's what you're doing, it's time to schedule your appointment. If you're not sure why you need to stop procrastinating, read the list provided below. You'll find four problems you'll face if you don't have your root canal done as soon as possible.
Do Your Teeth Move After Wisdom Teeth Extraction?
You might not have even realised how troublesome your wisdom teeth were until your dentist extracted them. Without truly knowing it, your unwelcome wisdom teeth had been responsible for a recurring selection of dental problems, ranging from pericoronitis (inflamed and swollen gum tissues) to the discomfort associated with overcrowding (too many teeth in a jaw that's too small for them). Your overall bite will be improved now that your wisdom teeth have been safely extracted, but it's surprisingly easy to mistake some of these improvements for potential problems.
Are You Seeing Your Dentist Enough?
Dentists perform a vital service that helps millions of Australians a year, but still, many more try to avoid them as much as they can. For some reason, the idea of getting your teeth inspected and potentially minor procedures done on them makes a large percentage of the population uncomfortable. This, unfortunately, becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy of sorts because the longer you go without seeing the dentist, the greater your chances of needing to see one for a more serious cleaning or even an operation.
Key Reasons to Have an Emergency Dentist's Contact Information
When you have a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth, you should see an emergency dentist as soon as possible. Sadly, many people don't have an emergency dentist's contact information for such situations. Some people think that they can drop by any dental clinic and have their problem addressed immediately. However, nothing could be further from the truth because dental emergencies are best handled by an emergency dentist. This article highlights reasons to keep an emergency dentist's contact information.
Are Same Day Dentures Right for You?
Also known as immediate dentures, same-day dentures are dentures that are ready to use on the same day that your natural teeth are removed. They can be complete or partial dentures. They are a great option for people who do not want to spend a period of time living with missing teeth, but they are not always a perfect, permanent solution. Here are some facts about same-day dentures to help you decide if they are right for you.
That Gap in Your Smile: Do You Need to Do Anything About It?
Has Disney ever given you dental advice? This is precisely what happened to Demi Lovato, when the actress was cast in the 2008 Disney channel movie Camp Rock. She was advised to correct her diastema, which the actress has said she now regrets. What is diastema anyway? And does it need to be corrected?
A Congenital Gap
If you have diastema, you'll already know it, although you might have been unfamiliar with the official term.
What Conditions Do Periodontists Treat?
Once they leave dental school, periodontists train for an additional three years. This additional training gives periodontists the skills and knowledge to specialize in treating issues that affect gum tissue and the underlying bone tissue.
A periodontist specializes in treating the following conditions.
Gum disease
When a patient suffers from gum disease, which occurs when oral bacteria attack the gum tissue and underlying bone, a periodontist is the professional to see.
About Me
Hi! My name is Molly, and in spite of being diligent about brushing and flossing, I suffer from a lot of oral health issues including cavities and gum disease. I have realized over the years how big of a role genetics plays in oral health, and I find it to be such an exciting topic that I have created a blog about it. In this blog, I am going to include info about genetics and dentistry, but I am also going to include posts about what to do if you "inherited" challenging teeth from your family. For example, sealants have helped me to avoid cavities. I hope you find this blog useful, and that you keep returning to read its posts! --Molly