Gingivitis is a common disease that results in gums or gingiva irritation, redness, and inflammation. The common cause of this condition is bacteria or plaque accumulated in the mouth. While gingivitis may not start severe, leaving it untreated can lead to periodontitis, a disease leading to the loss of teeth. Symptoms for this type of […]
When you’re out and about eating at your favorite restaurant or just hanging out with your friends, the last thing you want to deal with is your tooth breaking. It’s a nightmare and you need to do something about it fast. The pain may or may not be immediate, depending on the break. However, just […]
When your tooth becomes damaged over time and leads to an infection, you still have the chance to nurse it without having to remove the whole tooth right away. Instead, you can undergo a root canal procedure, but it will ultimately depend on your tooth’s condition and whether your dentist will recommend saving it or […]
Once “baby” teeth fall out and are replaced by permanent teeth, extra care needs to be taken to ensure that these teeth are not damaged. Permanent teeth are designed to last a lifetime; when dentists detect potential problems on permanent teeth and gums, they tend to administer treatments and procedures meant to salvage the tooth […]