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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Has your smile always had flaws, and are you afraid the flaws draw attention when you grin or talk? If so, talking with a cosmetic dentist about fixing the smile permanently will help you find a solution to the problem. It doesn't matter how minimal or severe the problem is, the dentist can work with you to change your smile so it's something that you aren't self-conscious about it.
If crooked and discolored teeth are your main concern, there are a few different ways that you can work to get the smile you want.
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When you begin to feel drowsy midway through the afternoon at work, you're often tempted to restore a feeling of alertness with a snack. Unfortunately, it's all too easy to reach for something like a candy bar or can of soda; the burst of sugar is welcome but the risk of damage to your teeth certainly isn't. If you make a habit of snacking in this manner, your neck dental checkup might reveal cavities and other issues.
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