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How many times a day should I brush my teeth?
3 times a day is ideal. It is recommended to brush after every meal. Every time we eat or drink something (other than water) is found to be the highest acidic time for our mouth. To READ MORE
3 times a day is ideal. It is recommended to brush after every meal. Every time we eat or drink something (other than water) is found to be the highest acidic time for our mouth. To decrease this and to neutralize this out, we brush and in essence decrease the bacteria causing decay, bone loss, and periodontal disease.
Do fillings fall out?
Yes, fillings can fall out, like teeth can break. We put a lot of pressure on our teeth, eating, clenching, grinding, and just using them. I would call the dental office, go in, READ MORE
Yes, fillings can fall out, like teeth can break. We put a lot of pressure on our teeth, eating, clenching, grinding, and just using them. I would call the dental office, go in, let them take an X-ray, and get a new filling or required need for that tooth.
How do you stop a cracked tooth from hurting?
Try salt water rinses, ibuprofen or tylenol, whatever you take for a headache. You can try clove, or clove oil, putting that on the tooth. Get an xray and see what is going on. READ MORE
Try salt water rinses, ibuprofen or tylenol, whatever you take for a headache. You can try clove, or clove oil, putting that on the tooth. Get an xray and see what is going on. it may need a root canal or removal, depending on severity of break.
Teeth still moving post having worn retainer for a year (not consistently)
Yes, this can happen. Keep wearing your retainers and I would contact the orthodontist that did your braces. Unfortunately, if you did braces from an online source, you will have READ MORE
Yes, this can happen. Keep wearing your retainers and I would contact the orthodontist that did your braces. Unfortunately, if you did braces from an online source, you will have little help for situations like these. I highly recommend not doing braces on your own, or thru online braces companies. If you saw an orthodontist in your area, I would make an appointment to assess and address the issue. There may be some tissue or frenum conditions that need to be addressed.
How do you clean a removable dental bridge?
This can be answered many different ways, depending on what type or restorative work this was. I highly recommend you call the office and ask them to review how to maintain this READ MORE
This can be answered many different ways, depending on what type or restorative work this was. I highly recommend you call the office and ask them to review how to maintain this bridge.
Why do my teeth hurt when I bite down?
Often, you have bruised or caused a new fracture in a tooth. Avoid harder foods, hard mints, ice, hard candy, harder nuts, etc. Cavities usually do not hurt to be honest. It is READ MORE
Often, you have bruised or caused a new fracture in a tooth. Avoid harder foods, hard mints, ice, hard candy, harder nuts, etc. Cavities usually do not hurt to be honest. It is better if they do not hurt, when they hurt they are usually much deeper and bigger concerns.
What does cavity pain feel like?
I highly recommend you get in to see a dentist right away. You will need an X-ray to properly diagnose what the pain is. It can be a spectrum of things, from a deep cavity to tooth READ MORE
I highly recommend you get in to see a dentist right away. You will need an X-ray to properly diagnose what the pain is. It can be a spectrum of things, from a deep cavity to tooth sensitivity. Cavity pain is pain, or an ache in the tooth, it just hurts. That pain can vary in severity. Your body is telling you that you need to attend to it sooner than later, please seek out professional help.
Why do cold things hurt my teeth?
Teeth in the front can be thinner than the more posterior teeth. Temperature sensitivity can happen on all teeth though. I really like the product MI paste, usually purchased through READ MORE
Teeth in the front can be thinner than the more posterior teeth. Temperature sensitivity can happen on all teeth though. I really like the product MI paste, usually purchased through a dental office. Try sensitive toothpaste, get your teeth cleaned by a dental hygienist, and go see the dentist. Early prevention and attention is far better than neglect and larger problems.
How can I help my daughter stop grinding her teeth?
It is pretty common for kids to grind at night. Often, just touching the chin or face lightly but with some pressure will disrupt the parafunctional habit she is exhibiting. When READ MORE
It is pretty common for kids to grind at night. Often, just touching the chin or face lightly but with some pressure will disrupt the parafunctional habit she is exhibiting. When you visit the dentist or doctor next, have them evaluate her tonsils/throat area. She may need an evaluation for tonsil removal. I would recommend an ear, nose, and throat doctor for that.
How do you rebuild tooth enamel?
Proper oral hygiene is the start. Brushing 3 times a day, flossing once a day and seeing a licensed dental hygienist at least 2 times a year help. Rebuilding enamel is a misnomer. You READ MORE
Proper oral hygiene is the start. Brushing 3 times a day, flossing once a day and seeing a licensed dental hygienist at least 2 times a year help. Rebuilding enamel is a misnomer. You can strengthen it with the proper care and there is a product you can get from a dentist called MI paste that will help strengthen it. If enamel has been lost due to breaking, acid erosion or other factors, it cannot be 'rebuilt'. It would be replaced with a crown, filling or other restoration. Best advice, take care of it daily!
How long does it take for wisdom teeth holes to heal?
It usually takes a while to heal. All bodies are different. If it was just this week, keep up with the salt water rinses. Call your office where you had the procedure done, they READ MORE
It usually takes a while to heal. All bodies are different. If it was just this week, keep up with the salt water rinses. Call your office where you had the procedure done, they should be willing to talk to you. They should have given you some take home instructions or talked to you about how to take care of a healing site. I was in my 30's when I had my wisdom teeth out and I healed a little slower than a teenager. You should see progress within the first 2 weeks. The first week can be very tender and painful, no smoking or straws please.
How long should my child be brushing their teeth?
Recommended time is 2 minutes. Buy her a timer, even an old school sand timer, or let her listen to 1 song on the radio. quick brushing is common in kids, help teach them good READ MORE
Recommended time is 2 minutes. Buy her a timer, even an old school sand timer, or let her listen to 1 song on the radio. quick brushing is common in kids, help teach them good habits at a young age, reap the benefits later.
How can I help my child stop grinding his teeth?
Grinding is common in kids. You may want to go to a ENT doctor to evaluate tonsils and blocked airway breathing. Many dentists can evaluate, so make sure they are seeing their READ MORE
Grinding is common in kids. You may want to go to a ENT doctor to evaluate tonsils and blocked airway breathing. Many dentists can evaluate, so make sure they are seeing their dentist regularly for checkups. I do not recomend nightguards in kids, they are still developing and need the teeth to be able to move, not be hindered by a nightguard.
Are braces the only way to fix buck teeth?
Often times this is the best way to fix malpositioned teeth. Go to an orthodontist for an evaluation. Often they will do a consultation for free and you can discuss your options. READ MORE
Often times this is the best way to fix malpositioned teeth. Go to an orthodontist for an evaluation. Often they will do a consultation for free and you can discuss your options.
The tooth where I need a root canal isn't bothering me. Why do I need it?
Root canals occur because bacteria are encroaching, or are invading the center or nerve of the tooth. Not all root canal needs will be painful. Often they are diagnosed by Xray READ MORE
Root canals occur because bacteria are encroaching, or are invading the center or nerve of the tooth. Not all root canal needs will be painful. Often they are diagnosed by Xray and are not painful. count your blessings, tooth pain is not fun. Talk to your dentist about the need and maybe they can show you on an xray the reasons why you are needing this procedure.
I wear dentures. My gums are aching! What can I do?
Use salt water rinses to help heal the gingiva tissue. See a dentist to adjust the denture. You may need a reline of your denture.
Can I eat before my wisdom tooth removal?
This depends on whether you are going under general anesthesia or not. If you are It is usually recommended to not eat for 6-8 hours prior to your appointment. Call the office READ MORE
This depends on whether you are going under general anesthesia or not. If you are It is usually recommended to not eat for 6-8 hours prior to your appointment. Call the office you are having the procedure done, they should answer this for you.
Why are my gums swollen?
Go see your dentist and let them evaluate the concern. You may need to get your teeth cleaned.
How do I whiten my teeth once my braces come off?
The best is to have a dental professional help you whiten your teeth. You can try ovet the counter toothpaste, although I do not think they are the most effective. Whitening READ MORE
The best is to have a dental professional help you whiten your teeth. You can try ovet the counter toothpaste, although I do not think they are the most effective. Whitening strips are not worth the money usually. They help, but cost much more over time to do than having a dentist whiten professionally.
How often should I mouthwash?
Usually once a day is adequate. I recommend using a mouthrinse with fluoride in it. Ex. Act, Listerine with fluoride, check the labeling.
