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We wonder why some people have more cavities even if they don't eat more sugar and they brush two times a day, whereas other people who eat alot of sugar and brush once don't get cavities.
Actually, there are a lot of factors associated which lead to cavities.
Frequency of eating, more frequently you eat more cavities you get.
Heartburn or gerd lead to stomach acid in to mouth which damage enamel, means more cavities.
Sugary drinks, cold drinks and other beverages also dam...more
Actually, there are a lot of factors associated which lead to cavities.
Frequency of eating, more frequently you eat more cavities you get.
Heartburn or gerd lead to stomach acid in to mouth which damage enamel, means more cavities.
Sugary drinks, cold drinks and other beverages also dam...more
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Cavities damage the enamel covering your teeth. An untreated cavity can lead to an infection in the tooth. Untreated tooth decay also destroys the inside of the tooth (pulp. And in some cases, the only option left with is to extract the tooth. So visit your dentist regularly and avoid the progress of caries.
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Children are much more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disorders than grown-ups. This is because the gum and teeth in toddlers are very delicate. Moreover, children are more attracted to sweets and other food items, which cause damage to the teeth.
Here are several ways to protect the teeth of your little one:
Have a dental checkup: You should take your child to a dentist on his first birthday. Early prevention is important as any kind of problem in the teeth will be detecte...more
Here are several ways to protect the teeth of your little one:
Have a dental checkup: You should take your child to a dentist on his first birthday. Early prevention is important as any kind of problem in the teeth will be detecte...more
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We think more sugar we consume more cavities we will get. This is a myth. Actually frequency of sugar intake is important than the amount of sugar intake. When we consume anything, bacteria present in our mouth start digesting food and produce acids. Lactic acid act on tooth and start demineralizing it meanwhile buffers present in saliva start neutralizing those acids. This whole process takes 30-45 mins. More frequently we eat more acid production, tooth stays in non-acidic conditions for less ...more
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Often we are caught by a piercing pain that shoots through the roots of our teeth right up to our cranial region, at fairly unsuspecting moments. The pain can either cause momentary discomfort or end up being excruciating and difficult to bear. Rushing to the dentist is usually the only recourse left for us to take at such times. Most of such complaints meet the same verdict, that of, sensitive tooth . The problem of sensitive tooth has emerged as one of the most recurring and prevailing dental...more
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When you notice a pimple above a tooth on gum tissue, it usually means the tooth is abscessed (contains pus). It is not necessary that it will hurt.
When cavity in tooth starts it progress gradually, can easily be detected in routine dental checkups and restored with a simple filling.
Else it will progress to involve tooth nerve leading to tooth pain, pus, swelling, cyst. Don't delay schedule your routine dental check up now.
When cavity in tooth starts it progress gradually, can easily be detected in routine dental checkups and restored with a simple filling.
Else it will progress to involve tooth nerve leading to tooth pain, pus, swelling, cyst. Don't delay schedule your routine dental check up now.
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If you want a healthy set of teeth, you must follow healthy lifestyle habits. There are certain habits that you need to follow strictly in order to keep your teeth healthy. Not maintaining proper oral hygiene puts you are at an increased risk of various oral diseases.
The lifestyle habits to maintain healthy teeth are:
Brush regularly: Brush your teeth at least twice a day or if possible, after every major meal. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles so that you don't injure your ...more
The lifestyle habits to maintain healthy teeth are:
Brush regularly: Brush your teeth at least twice a day or if possible, after every major meal. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles so that you don't injure your ...more
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White patches on teeth are formed due to many reasons. There are many factors contributing to this. The appearance of the white patches is just like tiny white patches or spots randomly here and there on the teeth. They look odd and may give an impression of poor health and hygiene.
The causes of white patches on the teeth:
White patches are formed on the teeth for the following common reasons:
If the teeth are ill-formed during development and more calcium is release...more
The causes of white patches on the teeth:
White patches are formed on the teeth for the following common reasons:
If the teeth are ill-formed during development and more calcium is release...more
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