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How do dentists treat broken or fractured teeth?
Depending on the severity, treatments include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canal therapy, or extraction.
What is a dental bridge?
A fixed prosthetic device that replaces missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent natural teeth, often made of porcelain or ceramic.
What are lingual braces?
Braces placed behind the teeth, making them virtually invisible, yet they can be as effective as traditional braces.
What’s the difference between a dental cleaning and deep cleaning?
Regular cleaning is preventive, focusing on the tooth’s surface. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline.
How do I care for a knocked-out tooth?
Hold it by the crown, rinse without scrubbing, try reinserting it, or keep it moist (in milk or saliva) and see a dentist immediately.
What are dental retainers used for?
After orthodontic treatment, they maintain the new position of teeth, preventing them from shifting back to their original positions.
How is laser dentistry used?
Lasers can be used for a range of purposes, including cavity removal, teeth whitening, tissue reshaping, and to harden bonding materials.
Are x-rays safe?
Dental x-rays use very low radiation levels and are considered safe. They’re essential for diagnosing certain dental conditions not visible to the naked eye.
How can I prevent cavities?
Maintain oral hygiene, eat a balanced diet, avoid frequent snacking on sugary foods/drinks, use fluoride toothpaste, and have regular dental check-ups.
How does sugar affect oral health?
Bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars, producing acids that weaken tooth enamel, leading to decay.
How do dentists fill cavities?
By removing the decayed portion and filling the area with a material like amalgam, composite resin, gold, or ceramic.
Is it possible to be allergic to dental fillings?
Rarely, some people might be allergic to metals or materials in fillings. Symptoms can include itching or skin rashes.
What are the signs of oral cancer?
Red or white patches, sores that don’t heal, lumps, pain, difficulty swallowing, or changes in voice or weight.
How should I store my toothbrush?
Rinse after use, store upright, allow it to air-dry, and avoid closed containers which can promote microbial growth.
Why should I wear a mouthguard?
To protect teeth, lips, tongue, and jaw from injuries during sports or activities and to prevent damage from nighttime teeth grinding.
How can I maintain teeth whitening results?
Avoid stain-causing foods and drinks, maintain oral hygiene, and consider touch-up treatments as recommended.
What is an overbite?
When the upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth vertically, more than the typical bite overlap.
How does an electric toothbrush benefit oral health?
It can provide more consistent and efficient cleaning, reduce plaque and gingivitis more than manual brushing, and is often easier for people with dexterity issues.
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Why do we use toothpaste when brushing?
Toothpaste enhances cleaning, provides fluoride to protect against decay, and can deliver other benefits like whitening or reducing sensitivity.
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