If you have a new dental crown, it can last 15 or more years. This could be less time, however, if you do not take proper care of your teeth. Below is some information on how to maintain the crown so you will not have to have it replaced too soon.
Brushing and Flossing
If you have excess bacteria in your mouth, it can have a bad effect on your dental crown, as well as the rest of your teeth.
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There have been a myriad of new cosmetic dentistry products appearing on the market in the last decade or so. Among these are veneers and dental implants. However, as attractive as these new products may be, for some people and some dental situations, the best choice for creating a beautiful smile is still traditional dentures.
Dentures, also referred to as false teeth, have been around for several hundred years. Today's dentures are made of a base of flesh-colored acrylic resin with porcelain over metal teeth.
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Mulberry molars are smaller than typical first molars and have rounded dentine where a typical molar would have cusps. The teeth, which are a symptom of congenital syphilis, typically have healthy roots, interior pulp, and dentin. The misshaping comes from a problem with the formation of the enamel when the tooth is growing.
While mulberry molars don't require any treatment, you might want to have the tooth treated by a cosmetic dentistry specialist to improve the appearance.
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Sugarless gum can offer multiple oral health benefits for people who would like to add additional protective measures to their dental hygiene regimen. Here are a few benefits offered each time you chew sugarless gum:
Dry Mouth Prevention
Dry mouth is a condition in which there is too little saliva produced. It can cause the soft tissues of the oral cavity to feel uncomfortably dry.
When you chew gum, the salivary glands are stimulated to produce more saliva.
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Many people feel uneasy about going to the dentist. This could cause them to delay going to the dentist for a longer period of time than is healthy. Here are some tips for making sure that you can encourage yourself to go to the dentist and have a good experience.
1. Tell Your Dentist Your Fears
Your first step is to talk to the dentist and see if he or she has the time to meet with you not in the context of a dental appointment.
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