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What is Root Canal Therapy?
RCT is a method of saving a tooth by cleaning out a damaged nerve and
filling in the resulting chamber.
What is
Gum (Periodontal) Disease?
Periodontal disease is the deterioration of the supporting structures
of the teeth.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are titanium screws or cages that are surgically placed
in the bone of the mouth to which a tooth, bridge, or denture can attach
to make a stable restoration.
Why should I Replace a
Missing Tooth?
The empty space in your mouth starts to cause many problems including
decay and periodontal disease, an unbalanced bite, and stress on the remaining
teeth. Why
do I need a Crown (Cap)?
A crown is needed on a tooth when the tooth is weakened by either decay,
a fracture or a very large restoration.
I don't like my Smile is there anything I can do?
Besides Braces, there are three common procedures available; bonding,
bleaching, and veneering.
Why does the Floss shred and get caught in my teeth?
loss can shred if the contact between the teeth is tight or there is a
rough or broken surface between the teeth.
How can I avoid getting
Cavities?
The
best way to avoid cavities is by eating right, brushing with a fluoridated
toothpaste, flossing daily and visiting your dentist every six months.
Children and some adults can benefit by having Sealants placed.
At
what age should I start taking my Child to the dentist?
Some say at 1 year of age, but definitely by the child's 3rd birthday.
What should I do if my Child's Tooth
is Knocked Out?
Place the tooth in cool milk or if the child is old enough, under the
child's tongue. Be very careful not to swallow the tooth and get to the
dentist within 30 minutes so it can be reimplanted.
I've got these lacy-white streaks, white patches, and ulceration's
in my mouth, what can they be?
It is possible that you have a condition called Lichen Planus. It has
an unknown cause but can be an allergic reaction. Have you changed your
toothpaste brand, medications, etc.? Also, it may be aggravated by stress!
When
do Baby and Permanent teeth erupt?
Teeth erupt at different times in all individuals. Your child's tooth
should erupt eventually unless your dentist tells you that there is no
replacement permanent tooth.
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