What is a dead tooth, and what causes them? The tooth is alive with the help of the pulp, which is the innermost part of the tooth that consists of nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues. When the pulp is damaged, the blood can be cut off, leaving the tooth [...]
Read MoreOral cancer is a silent killer that most people are aware of until it is too late. It appears as a growth or sore in the mouth that will not go away. Oral cancer can develop in any part of the mouth, including the lip, tongue, cheeks, top and floor [...]
Read MoreAn underbite is a dental term for a characterized condition when the lower teeth extend outward, passing the upper front teeth. It is also classified as a Class III malocclusion. In most circumstances, the underbite may appear severe, whereas some appear milder and nearly unnoticed. Whereas some people may learn [...]
Read MoreWith whitening strips, there are ingredients such as peroxide to help whiten your teeth. Peroxide is a type of bleach that can remove the stains on your teeth and reduce the concentration of possible stains to make your teeth appear whiter. The strips are made of a thin layer of [...]
Read MoreIt is important to see your dentist immediately if you have a loose permanent tooth. As a child, losing a baby tooth is common because an adult tooth will grow and take its place. However, as an adult and if you lose a tooth, that becomes permanent. A permanent loose [...]
Read MoreMany traditional oral remedies are used for oral health. One of the most known processes is oil pulling. Oil pulling is where the oil is rinsed and swished around your mouth, and it is useful for strengthening your teeth. There are many types of oil that people uses to do [...]
Read MoreDeep cleaning treatment is a much-needed treatment that you should get when you are maintaining your oral health. The deep cleaning treatment (also known as periodontal or scaling and root planning is a special cleaning of the teeth. Your dentist or periodontist will offer you this treatment if you have [...]
Read MoreAt times do you ever experience sensations of numbness or tingle on your tongue? Experiencing feelings of pins and needs on your arms or legs is common, but has it ever happened to your tongue? There are numerous reasons why sometimes you may feel the unusual feeling, but it resolves [...]
Read MoreMany myths surround gum disease that can be scarier than providing informative, helpful information to people. There is a lot of misinformation, so let us look at some that we can help clear up for you. “Gum disease is not that common. There is no need to worry.” This is [...]
Read MoreDuring this generation’s day and age, many people are focused on social media, whether they see or follow the trend to what popular things others are doing. However, some of the popular trends you see on social media platforms may be harmful to your teeth. You should avoid following any [...]
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