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When should a child start brushing his own teeth?

My son is 5 years old and I still help him brush his teeth. He doesn't like doing it himself, but I don't want him to rely on me for too long. What should I do?
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Front tooth cavity

I have a filling in between my front teeth. Obviously it is very noticeable when it becomes old or stained. I've had to get it refilled twice now so that it looks okay. Is there...
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How can I stop pushing on my front teeth when I swallow?

When I swallow, I push on my front teeth with my tongue. This led me to need braces when I was younger, and I don't want to need them again. How can I stop this?
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Why are some people's canine teeth sharper than others?

Is it a genetic thing? My boyfriend's canine teeth are very sharp and noticeably more pointy, but mine are not.
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Can effects from TMJ ever be reversed?

Around 5 years ago, I went through a very stressful time and started clenching/grinding my teeth in my sleep. It lasted for around two months. During that time, I couldn't eat...
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Brushing too hard?

During my most recent dental cleaning, I saw a different dentist who warned that I'm brushing my teeth too hard and wearing my gumline away. Why wouldn't my first dentist have...
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How often to use mouth wash?

I use a fluoride rinse once a day (right before bed). I chose that over a regular mouthwash because I am prone to cavities. Should I be doing it twice a day instead?
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Can a tooth abscess be seen on an X-ray?

The doctor has been suspecting a tooth abscess for my son who is 9 years old. What are the ways in which a tooth abscess can be detected? Is there a way that physical examination...
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How can flossing help in maintaining the health of teeth and gums?

I have been reading a lot of dental floss and how they can help in maintaining the health of teeth and gums. Is it true that regular flossing is essential for dental hygiene?...
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Can an infected tooth spread the infection to the other teeth as well?

I have been diagnosed with a tooth infection and have been recommended antibiotics to combat the infection before further review. Is there a chance that the infection can spread...
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Is a root canal during pregnancy safe?

I am a 34 year old woman currently six months pregnant. I have been having severe pain in one of my tooth and the doctor has recommended a root canal. Is it safe to undergo a...
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What does bone loss in the teeth mean?

In the recent dentist appointment that I went for, the doctor has mentioned start of bone loss. I am 64 years old currently and heavily diabetic. What does this bone loss mean?...
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Having an abscessed tooth? What could this mean?

What is an abscessed tooth? What are the repercussions of having an abscessed tooth and can the condition be treated or reversed? I have heard that an abscessed tooth can cause...
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What is gingivitis and its risk factors?

Television ads of toothpaste and mouthwashes often highlight the term gingivitis. How can i minimize the risk of me and my family acquiring gingivitis? In our last dentist appointment...
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What are the most visible signs and symptoms of a gum disease?

We are a family of 4, with 2 adults and 2 children. As a mother the thought of oral infections and diseases scares me. Hence, are there ways to identify a gum disease early?...
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Can a gum infection pass to other parts of the body?

I recently read in an article that certain infections that start from the gums can spread to the other parts of the body. What are the types of bacterial infections starting in...
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Do I have to be numb?

I don't like getting the numbing shots before a dental procedure. How much would it hurt to go without numbing for basic things like fillings?
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Pain after a filling?

I had a cavity filling done a week ago, but my tooth still hurts. What should I do?
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Is it bad if a piece of an old filling falls out?

A few months ago, a small piece of an old cavity filling came out when I was flossing. It hasn't been causing me any pain but I do notice the area is slightly more sensitive....
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Why do some dentists hurt during cleanings more than others?

My most recent dental cleaning was done by a different dentist at the office I go to, and it was so much more painful than usual. She said my gumline is receding but my regular...
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