Dental Patient Education Articles Archive: Page 10
Patient Education
Combined Root Canal & Gum Problems
About Combined Root Canal/Gum Problems The pain in your mouth and around gum areas can feel generalized, but you’re not sure where it came from. There is a possibility that both an infection of the root canal and the tissue itself are causing your pain. There may be intermittent pain. You might feel intense pain […]
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Understanding Tooth Wear: Causes, Types & Prevention Endodontics
About Endodontics Endodontics is a dental specialty involving treatment of dental pulp and roots. After receiving a degree in dentistry, an endodontist, or endodontic dentistry, is trained in this specialty. It can take up to two or more years before these doctors start practicing on patients. In cases that require it, they will perform root […]
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Tooth Wear
About Tooth Wear Although there are many different types of tooth wear, including abrasion, attrition, and erosion, the majority of cases involve some form of dental attrition. This is the wearing away or loss of tooth substance from excessive grinding. Abrasion is caused when the enamel surface is damaged by substances in the mouth, particularly […]
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Tooth Decay Prevention
About Tooth Decay Prevention Tooth decay is caused by unfriendly bacteria in the mouth. These bacteria consumes food left in our mouth, producing acids as a waste product that eat away at the enamel of your tooth. Over time, tooth decay can significantly impact your health if left untreated, and can even result in hospitalization […]
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Tooth Contouring & Reshaping
About Tooth Contouring & Reshaping If your teeth are cracked, chipped, discolored, or if they are not the shape you want them to be, tooth contouring or reshaping is an alternative way of changing their appearance. First, your dentist will give you a local anesthetic to numb the area, then remove small amounts of enamel […]
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Tooth-Colored Fillings
About Tooth-Colored Fillings Cavities are a common dental issue that can happen to everyone, but the process of having a filling can cause some anxiety. Thankfully, dental procedures have come a long way in recent years, and it is now possible to get a cavity filled with little to no discomfort at all. The process […]
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TMD
About TMD While many people have heard of TMJ, the condition causing dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint is actually called TMD, or temporomandibular disorder. This is a condition caused by misalignment of the upper and lower jaw. People with TMD can unconsciously clench or grind their teeth together. While teeth grinding or clenching is a […]
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Teeth Whitening
About Teeth Whitening Good oral hygiene is an important part of keeping your teeth looking their best, but not even the best oral hygiene can always brighten your teeth as much as you’d like. Your dentist can develop a program to whiten your teeth, which might include custom mouthguards, bleaching gels, or in-office whitening. Over-the-counter […]
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Smile Makeover
About Smile Makeovers A smile makeover can significantly improve the look of your face, but most people don’t realize just how much teeth play a role in your overall facial aesthetic. In addition to improving the look of your smile, a makeover of your smile can improve overall self-esteem and confidence. A smile makeover could […]
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Removable Dentures
About Removable Dentures The loss of one or more teeth can cause significant problems, both functional and aesthetic. When teeth are missing, it can be difficult to eat certain foods, speak clearly, or smile with confidence. Removable dentures can be an effective solution to restore the look and function of your smile. There are two […]
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People First Dentistry
At People First Dentistry, serving Pinecrest, Kendall, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, and other South Florida communities, we really do put patients first! Learn More
