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• Tooth Abrasion: The loss or erosion of the outer part of the tooth (enamel). Sometimes the inner structures of the tooth are also involved. The condition is often caused by brushing too hard but can also be caused by eating lots of acidic foods,
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Frequent and long exposure of an infant's teeth to liquids containing sugar can cause "baby bottle" tooth decay. Milk (including breast milk), formula, fruit juice, and other sweetened drinks can all contribute. Putting a baby down for a nap or for
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During the first visit for getting a dental bridge, the abutment teeth are prepared. Preparation involves recontouring these teeth by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for a crown to be placed over them. Next, impressions of your teeth are
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It's impossible to know precisely what the future holds for a tooth that seems to be a candidate for a dental crown. Here are some of the possible scenarios that might develop for the tooth, ranging from benign to somewhat painful.
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The practice of prescribing antibiotics for an abscessed tooth before extracton has died out. It used to be the norm many years ago, but no longer is. Once the tooth is removed, the abscess is gone as well. That being said, you cannot get
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Porcelain tooth crowns are made of specially formulated dental porcelain to create the shape, color, texture and luminosity that is indistinguishable from natural teeth.
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Once your child has teeth, he or she is susceptible to tooth decay. Mother's milk, formula, cow's milk, fruit juice and a variety of snacks all contain sugars. Bacteria present in the mouth can then utilize these sugars and produce acids which in
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Baby bottle tooth decay not only can cause painful toothaches, it can create feeding and nutritional problems and may lead to middle ear infections. In very severe cases, decayed teeth can become so infected that they may need to be removed. If a
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Many different types of food can cause tooth decay in children, not just candy. Foods that are high in carbohydrates, as well as some fruits, juices and sodas, peanut butter, crackers and potato chips are culprits. Factors that cause tooth decay
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Tooth veneers are ultimately a cosmetic aid which help your teeth, smile and face look better. Anybody with discolored, chipped, broken, misaligned or just ugly teeth is a candidate for dental veneers. However dental veneers area also used to
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