Tooth surface loss is a big problem and a new study shows that it could be caused by erosion and abrasion. It can be caused by one condition alone or several conditions combined. It is treated based on the cause. The most common cause for tooth surface loss is acid erosion. Acid is found in… Read More »
Tooth decay can happen to anyone who doesn’t practice good dental hygiene, but dentists all over the country are finding that more and more preschoolers are showing of at their offices with cavities on a large number of teeth. Dentists say that it is likely due to too much sugar in their diets and not… Read More »
The Mona Lisa is one of the best known paintings of all times. Her smile seems to hide a secret, could it be that she had bad teeth? Many people believe that the woman in the painting was Leonardo da Vinci’s favorite model, Isabella of Aragon. There is evidence that Isabella suffered from several dental… Read More »
Dental care and orthodontics are constantly improving and new treatments and procedures are being invented everyday. Invisalign is a fairly new procedure that has become a popular alternative to metal braces. Invisalign consist of clear fittings that help move and shape the teeth the same way as braces. Since the these fittings are clear, they… Read More »
When you go to a dental appointment, you dentist always has a few questions for you; Have you been experiencing any pain? Are you brushing regularly? Have you been flossing regularly? Every patient wants to make their dentist happy and usually answer yes to the brushing and flossing questions whether they are being honest or… Read More »
Tooth fillings are pretty common and most people have their teeth filled without any problems. A new study shows that fillings that contain BPA may cause behavior problems. More studies are needed to see if there is a direct link to the fillings and the behavior problems, but the researchers claim that there is evidence… Read More »
A cracked tooth can be painful and unsightly. A tooth can become cracked by biting on something too hard or being bumped or hit in the mouth. Dentists are usually able to repair a cracked tooth fairly easy, but how can you prevent one? Dentin is the inner part of the tooth and its job… Read More »
There are mixed views on the importance of fluoride, but most dentists agree that fluoride can help build stronger and healthier teeth. The downside of fluoride is that it can stain teeth and leave them looking brown and unclean. An effort to prevent teeth staining has led the U.S. to lower the recommended fluoride levels… Read More »
Finding out that you have to have a tooth extracted can be a scary. Not everyone is fond of having a piece of their body removed and many are afraid that it may be painful. There can be some pain associated with tooth extraction, but most dentists will provide anesthesia to help reduce the pain… Read More »
When you get to the dentist, you trust that he is educated and skillful enough to complete any dental procedure properly. Most of them are, but in Australia, there has been a rise in fake dentists. These dentists claim to have the education and skill needed for the job, but some have not graduated or… Read More »
