Author: Dr Susan Pan, DDS

It strengthens developing teeth, making them more resistant to decay, and can reverse early signs of decay.

Factors include genetics, premature loss of baby teeth, facial injuries, habits like thumb-sucking, and conditions like tumors or tooth size discrepancies.

Reasons include wear and tear, tooth decay around the filling, biting hard objects, or the filling not bonding properly.

Diabetes can reduce the body’s resistance to infection, increasing the risk of gum disease. Good blood sugar control and oral hygiene can mitigate these effects.

Frequent alcohol consumption can lead to dry mouth, increase the risk of gum disease, and raise oral cancer risk.

It affects overall health, function, and aesthetics. Poor oral health can lead to pain, tooth loss, infections, and other systemic health issues.

A custom-made filling that fits into the grooves of a tooth without extending to the cusps, often made of gold, porcelain, or composite material.

Seek immediate care from a local dentist or hospital. Travel insurance that includes dental emergencies is recommended.

Some might not have permanent successors, leading to retained baby teeth. Genetics, space issues, and impaction can be reasons.

Clean gums with a soft cloth, brush baby teeth with a soft brush, avoid sugary drinks, and have a dental check-up by age one.

Tooth decay exposes the inner layers of the tooth, making it sensitive to temperature, pressure, or sweets, leading to pain.

Used during a root canal treatment, a post provides support for the placement of a crown on a weakened tooth.