Most people have a few things that really get on their nerves. Of course, these annoyances are different from dental issues which can physically aggravate your nerves. An irritated dental nerve isn't common after restorative dentistry, but it's not unheard of. How will you know if your necessary dental work has gotten on your tooth's nerve?
Dental Cavities
In most instances, the decay created by a cavity is simply filled. In preparation, the surrounding decayed enamel and dentin are removed by your dentist, and the tooth is then restored by the application of an appropriate filling material (typically a tooth-colored resin, which is then light-cured).
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If your teeth are not straight, you don't have to get metal braces to straighten your teeth. There are multiple options for straightening your teeth before you have to resort to braces.
#1: Retainer
If you only need to correct the position of your teeth a small amount, you may be able to get by with only using a retainer. Retainers are traditionally used to keep your teeth in place after braces; however, they can also be used to reposition your teeth without braces.
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There is no doubt that a missing tooth can greatly impact the appearance of your smile and have an effect on you self confidence. Thankfully, it is now possible to permanently replace that missing tooth with a natural looking tooth implant. Not only do teeth implants closely mimic the appearance of your natural teeth, but they also offer the strength of a natural tooth since they are anchored directly into the jawbone.
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While most dental stains are superficial, also known as extrinsic stains, others are deep-set, or intrinsic stains. After your cosmetic dentist performs a comprehensive oral examination and takes a detailed medical history from you, then he or she can determine which type of stains you have and which treatment options you may benefit from. Here are some causes of deep-set stains and which treatment options your dentist may recommend.
Medications and Acid Erosion
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Orthodontic treatment allows dentists to correct overbites and misaligned teeth in their patients. Braces are a common orthodontic treatment, but some people prefer the discretion and ease of clear aligners. If you're interested in starting orthodontic treatment, it's important to get all the facts. Here are four things that orthodontists want their patients to know:
1. You should be honest about your treatment compliance
All orthodontic treatment requires some level of patient compliance.
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