You might encounter having gum boils or gum abscesses when your teeth are unfortunately affected by a deep infection. These unpleasant boils are filled with pus and are very painful when you touch them. It’s a frustrating thing to get since you will have a hard time eating, and it can impact your daily activities. […]
Gingivitis is characterized by sore gums and bad breath. It can progress to periodontitis, a more advanced stage of gum disease if left untreated or very severe. The process is started by plaque, a creamy bacterial covering on the teeth. If we do not clean and floss our teeth properly, our gums may quickly get […]
Do you have damaged teeth? You may have a chipped tooth, tooth decay, or are in need of a large filling. Your dentist may either recommend getting a filling or a dental crown to protect the chipped or decayed area. While you may be tempted to go for dental fillings as they are cheaper, it […]
Root canals are notoriously painful, but they are familiar and necessary to treat. Although the signs are not as apparent as those of a decayed or infected tooth, there are some warning signs that you should be aware of if you require a root canal procedure. A root canal treatment or endodontic treatment can save […]
As 2022 begins, you probably already have a list of things that you want to change or improve this year. Whether they’re for your health, career, or other aspects of your life, such resolutions can help you achieve the improvements you want this year. Does your list include taking care of your oral health better? […]
Dental extractions can be rather scary. However, do know that dentists will do everything they can to save a tooth. With that being said, there are situations wherein extraction is the only option that will prevent the issue from getting worse. To help put you at ease, we thought it would be useful to put […]
Periodontitis is a type of gum disease in which an infection causes damage to the soft tissue surrounding the teeth. If periodontitis is not treated, it could lead to tooth loss. But what causes periodontitis, and how do you know if you have it? Causes of Periodontitis There are a number of causes of periodontitis, […]
So, you’ve just gotten your teeth cavities sorted out with your dentist—and by sorted out, we mean they were removed and filled with a paste to restore your teeth’ natural form and function. It is, therefore, a bit strange to feel pain radiating from those sites since they’ve been cleaned and filled already, right? Not […]
If you are afraid to go to your dentist for a root canal procedure, you are not alone. A recent study revealed that 59 percent of people are more scared of root canals than public speaking, spiders, and closed spaces. In fact, 57 percent of people would happily spend an hour in a room with […]
Children have “baby” teeth up to a certain age, which fall off and eventually get replaced by permanent teeth. Many parents have the notion that dental care for children isn’t as important because these baby teeth are set to fall out anyway. However, this is a wrong way of thinking that needs to be removed. […]
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