Education & Care

How do dentists fix cavities?

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By removing the decayed portion and filling the cavity with dental materials like amalgam, composite resin, or porcelain.

What is a pulpotomy?

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A procedure where the pulp of a tooth, usually in children, is removed from the crown portion, often preceding a pulpectomy or root canal.

Why do some foods stain teeth?

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Their color compounds (chromogens) bind to tooth enamel, especially when combined with acid or tannins. Examples include coffee, tea, wine, and berries.

How do dentists detect oral cancer?

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Through visual inspection, palpation, using specialized lights, or dyes, and if suspicious, a biopsy is taken for definitive diagnosis.