If your child breaks a tooth, there are reasons why a dentist may not place a crown on it. The reasons for not placing a crown on a child's tooth are as follows. The Tooth Will Eventually Fall Out Baby teeth, even if they are broken or damaged, will eventually fall out and be replaced by an adult tooth. If you had crowned the tooth, you would have paid several hundred dollars on a tooth that was temporary.
11 June 2015
It is imperative to treat oral health problems as soon as expected in young children and teens. One of the most prevalent oral health problems today is Early Childhood Caries - ECC. This tooth disease is prominent in infants and young children between 2-5 years old. Teens can also have this disease, although it is not as common. What is Early Childhood Caries? ECC is a severe form of tooth decay for infants and young children.
22 May 2015
It is quite normal for teeth to discolor as you age, and some of the causes of tooth discoloration cannot be avoided, but there are others that can. The first step is gaining an understanding of what causes discoloration of the teeth, and the next step is finding ways to avoid these things. Types of discoloration There are two main types of discoloration that can occur to the teeth, and the type you have some control over is called extrinsic discoloration.
29 April 2015
You already understand that you need to go to the dentist, but you you're still filled with too much anxiety. To overcome it, you will need to consider why you have anxiety in the first place so you can treat the underlying cause of your anxiety. You shouldn't feel like a weird person for fearing the dentist because it is a very common fear. You Don't Have to Experience Pain
13 April 2015
A chipped tooth can occur for several reasons, but the most important thing to do is protect the tooth. A chipped tooth is a doorway for bacteria and infections to get into your tooth. You must talk to a dentist like Dr. Andres Maeso as soon as possible. The following guide will help you protect your tooth until you can get to your dentist. Dangers Of A Chipped Tooth One of the most obvious signs of a dangerous chipped tooth is pain.
25 March 2015
Food can satisfy your hunger, but some food can stimulate your taste buds, too. You want to experience both, which is why you decided to have a steakhouse night-out. Thankfully, the following guide will help you enjoy your steakhouse visit without sacrificing your oral health. Choose Tooth-Friendly Meat You want real meat when you go to a steak house. And you can have that as long as you choose the right type of meat.
10 March 2015
Smiling is something people do every day, but if something is severely wrong with your teeth, you may not be able to smile. To deal with severe teeth issues, you can take advantage of these cosmetic procedures: Fillings When cavities develop, they can decay a good portion of a tooth. Not only does this hurt, it takes away your tooth's aesthetics. This is where a filling comes in handy. Cosmetic dentists can scrape away the decayed portion and replace it with a filling.
23 February 2015
If your teen injured their tooth during athletic play and it has to be permanently removed, you want to see a cosmetic dental specialist. You want your child to have a healthy smile that looks and feels natural at the same time. Dental implants are the most reliable option for tooth replacement, and there are many ways the implants will benefit your child's active lifestyle. Here are a few reasons you want to inquire about synthetic implants, instead of partial dentures or a bridge.
11 February 2015
Are you considering dental implants to replace missing teeth? Dental implants have a 98% success rate, offering permanence and low maintenance. However, before getting your implants you should know about peri-implantitis, a condition that could pose a risk to your mouth three to five years down the road. Although sometimes this type of infection can develop as a result of contamination at the time of surgery, many times it can be prevented through good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups.
29 January 2015
In dentistry, there are preventative, corrective, and cosmetic procedures. Preventative measures are taken to prevent future damage and to maintain health, corrective procedures are taken to minimize or eliminate existing damage, and cosmetic procedures are generally aesthetic in nature. If you are interested in that third category, then here is a brief introduction to the subject: Cosmetic Dentistry As the name would imply, cosmetic dentistry involves an professional work done to improve the appearance of one's teeth.
21 January 2015