Why Do My Gums Hurt?
22 ViewsIf you are searching for answers to the question, why do my gums hurt? You are among the millions of Americans fighting this issue. Your gums may hurt due to soreness which can aggravate while brushing or flossing. Sometimes, sore gums may even bleed while you are up with your hygiene routine. But because the … Continue reading “Why Do My Gums Hurt?”
Read MoreHow Many Teeth Do Adults Have
52 ViewsDo you know how many teeth adults have? Nearly all adults have the same number of teeth, but it may vary due to removal or damage. Teeth play an important role in your digestion and bone structure. The tooth consists of three layers: pulp, dentin, and enamel. Enamel: The outside layer of your teeth is … Continue reading “How Many Teeth Do Adults Have”
Read MoreTooth Hurts When I Bite Down: What Are The Reasons?
132 ViewsDentists daily encounter patients that say, “My tooth hurts when I bite down.” If you are one of them, this article will be the best piece of information you would have read so far! There are several factors that that result in tooth pain when biting down. Learning about the warning signs will make you … Continue reading “Tooth Hurts When I Bite Down: What Are The Reasons?”
Read MoreToothaches Causing Headaches
116 ViewsWhen you suffer from toothache and headache simultaneously, it’s natural to wonder if they’re inter-related. It may be possible that your toothache is triggering the headache, or this painful combination might be an indication of an underlying health issue. Let’s have a more in-depth look into a toothache causing headache scenarios and see what this … Continue reading “Toothaches Causing Headaches”
Read MoreTooth Pain From Sinus Infection
241 ViewsA leading cause of tooth pain can be a sinus infection or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Sinusitis is a condition that occurs when a person experiences swelling and inflammation in the tissue that is lining the sinuses. Tooth pain from a sinus infection is felt in the upper back teeth. The toothache is caused due to … Continue reading “Tooth Pain From Sinus Infection”
Read MoreHow To Prevent Dry Socket
191 ViewsWhen a tooth is extracted, a blood clot develops on the empty socket area to heal the surgery site. For a successful recovery, the clot must remain intact. Sometimes, the clot can become dislodged due to varying reasons, giving you a severely painful condition called dry socket. A dry socket can cause immense discomfort; therefore, … Continue reading “How To Prevent Dry Socket”
Read MoreSymptoms Of Tooth Infection Spreading To Body
261 ViewsThere are several causes of tooth infections. They can take mild or severe forms. When the cavity enlarges, it can even reach deeper into the tooth, allowing bacteria to affect the nerves and cause a dental infection. The leading cause of tooth infection is poor dental hygiene that gives harmful bacteria a free hand to … Continue reading “Symptoms Of Tooth Infection Spreading To Body”
Read MoreHow Long Do You Have To Wait To Get Dentures After Teeth Are Pulled?
268 ViewsA patient wears a denture after the teeth extraction. Though many patients prefer to wear dentures immediately after having their teeth pulled, many are afraid of full-time commitment. Putting permanent dentures in the mouth right after a tooth extraction is not possible, and you’ll have to wait for some time before getting a set of … Continue reading “How Long Do You Have To Wait To Get Dentures After Teeth Are Pulled?”
Read MoreCan You Pop A Canker Sore?
681 ViewsCanker sores are small painful lumps that can grow on the lips or inside the mouth. These tiny swellings contain a mixture of WBCs (white blood cells) and bacteria, and some other fluids and look like white-yellowish cysts with a red border. Anyone with canker sores can feel embarrassed, especially if they are dating, and … Continue reading “Can You Pop A Canker Sore?”
Read MoreWhat Are The Different Types Of Braces?
276 ViewsDifferent types of braces are suggested to promote your teeth’ alignment, such as metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign, and lingual braces. Different braces are recommended to different individuals as all the types of braces come with several advantages and disadvantages. Read further to know all the kinds of braces and their benefits/ drawbacks, to decide … Continue reading “What Are The Different Types Of Braces?”
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