That’s a hard, protective layer that helps your teeth deal with everything you put them through. When it’s gone, nerve endings that cause pain are exposed. If you have sensitive teeth, it’s possible some of your enamel has worn away. So, Don’t brush too hard. You might be taking off more than just plaque. Side-to-side […]
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Treatment for a toothache depends on the cause. If a cavity is causing the toothache, Dr.Thomas Nechupadam will fill the cavity or possibly extract the tooth, if necessary. A root canal might be needed if the cause of the toothache is determined to be an infection of the tooth’s nerve. Bacteria that have worked their […]
Walk in to Dr.Nechupadam Dental, Marine Drive as soon as possible about your toothache if: You have a toothache that lasts longer than 1 or 2 days Your toothache is severe You have a fever, earache, or pain upon opening your mouth wide Proper identification and treatment of dental infections is important to prevent its […]
A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay Abscessed tooth Tooth fracture A damaged filling Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth Infected gums Tooth Ache can be identified by some symptoms Tooth pain that may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. In some people, […]
Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel the outer coating of the tooth and the dentin layer of the tooth. Tooth decay occurs when foods containing carbohydrates, sugars and starches, such as breads, cereals, milk, soda, fruits, cakes, or candy are left on the teeth. Bacteria that live […]
How long you have used tobacco products?? Quitting now can greatly reduce serious risks to your health. Even reducing the amount you smoke appears to help. One study found that smokers who reduced their smoking habit to less than half a pack a day had only three times the risk of developing gum disease compared […]
Yes, like cigarettes, pipes and cigars do lead to oral health problems. cigar smokers experience tooth loss and alveolar bone loss at rates equivalent to those of cigarette smokers. Pipe smokers also have a similar risk of tooth loss as cigarette smokers. Beyond these risks, pipe and cigar smokers are still at risk for oral […]
Smoking leads to dental problems, including: Bad breath Tooth discoloration Inflammation of the salivary gland openings on the roof of the mouth Increased build up of plaque and tartar on the teeth Increased loss of bone within the jaw Increased risk of leukoplakia, white patches inside the mouth […]
Yes, knocked-out teeth can be repaired, and the sooner you can get to Dr.Nechupadam Dental, Marine Drive, the better. Knocked-out teeth with the highest chances of being saved are those seen by the dentist and returned to their socket within one hour of being knocked out. If a tooth has been knocked out, gently rinse […]
Injuries to the teeth and mouth are common and unexpected. Approximately 80% of dental injuries affect one or more of the front teeth and may cause damage to soft tissues – the tongue, lips, and inner cheeks. In the very young child, injuries to baby teeth usually result from learning to walk. There may also […]