The trouble with toothaches is
that they have more than one possible cause, and treating one depends on
finding out what’s causing it. Luckily, preventing toothaches is considerably simpler, and can often be accomplished
with good dental hygiene and regular visits to your Grand Prairie dentist. Most
toothaches indicate the presence of a dental disease, like tooth decay and gum
disease, and keeping your smile healthy can prevent your teeth from becoming
overly sensitive.
Friday, February 28, 2014
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Get a Grip on Your Loose Dentures!
If your denture feels a little loose, then you might try
adding a bit of adhesive to tighten its grip on your dental ridge. If that
doesn’t work, then you may have to visit your prosthetic dentist again to have
your denture remeasured and possibly remade. Patients who’ve worn dentures for
several years and longer may be familiar with the phenomenon of loose dentures,
which can be especially frustrating since dentures are designed to fit snugly
along your gums. However, patients who’ve supported their dentures on a series
of dental implants can enjoy their new smiles without worrying about
troublesome loose dentures.
Friday, February 21, 2014
Uncovering the Mystery of Wisdom Teeth
For many people, wisdom teeth are a bane to their good
dental health. They’re often extracted to relieve severe discomfort, and the
frequency with which they’re removed may beg the question, why do we grow wisdom teeth in the first place? Although your mouth can function fine without them, the
extra set of molars can prove beneficial for those who successfully grow all
four of their wisdom teeth without trouble.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Important Info About Gum Disease Development
Although not the most common dental disease (that accolade
goes to cavities), gum disease remains the leading
cause of adult tooth loss in the United States. It affects the soft gingival
tissue that protects the roots of your teeth, and when left untreated, the
disease can also destroy the jawbone underneath your gums. Though many people
are aware of gum disease and the fact that it’s a force to be reckoned with,
the truth about its formation and the proper way to address it aren’t always as
well-known.
Friday, February 14, 2014
Think You Know Tooth Loss?
Tooth loss is self-explanatory—the loss of one or more
teeth. Though the condition is straight-forward, its causes, effects, and the
means for replacing your teeth aren’t always as simple as you might expect. With
a wealth of experience as a restorative dentist, Dr. Quinn Smith is well-versed
in the intricacies of tooth loss. Part of rebuilding your smile after losing a
tooth, or several, entails educating you about your situation and your viable
treatment options.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Life with Dental Implants
One of the benefits of visiting a dentist who’s skilled in
multiple disciplines is that you can find a wide range of expertise within the
same office. As a highly-experienced restorative and implant dentist, Dr. Gregory Wright can help you care
for, treat, improve, restore, and rebuild your smile, regardless of the state
of your oral health. When you’ve lost one or more teeth to extensive dental
disease or damage, replacing them is vital to your smile’s integrity. With dental
implants, Dr. Wright can replace your lost teeth’s roots, as well, providing
unmatched, lifelike stability for your replacement teeth.
Friday, February 7, 2014
Why Does Your Breath Stink? You Might Be Surprised
If you just ate a plate full of garlic, or if you “forgot”
to brush your teeth this morning, then your bad breath probably isn’t much of a
mystery. Aside from strong foods, one of the most common reasons for bad breath
is the bacteria that dwell in your mouth. Some oral germs result in tooth
decay, and some facilitate gum disease, but others release volatile sulfur
compounds that persistently foul your breath. If you practice good hygiene and
still experience bad breath, then you might be surprised to find the reason
behind it.
Other Reasons for Bad Breath
CERTAIN MEDS
Prescription medications don’t directly cause your breath to
stink, but dry mouth is a common side-effect of many medicines. Dry mouth
describes a drastic decrease in saliva, which is your mouth’s way of naturally
rinsing away food particles and bacteria. Your saliva also slows while you
sleep, explaining why bad breath is so common when you first wake up in the morning.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Are E-Cigarettes Better for Your Smile?
In light of the numerous effects that smoking can have on
your dental and overall health, many people have successfully made the great
effort to quit the habit. Over the last few years, many others have turned to
innovative electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, as an alternative way to
receive nicotine minus the other chemicals found in tobacco smoke. Considering
the fact that a burning cigarette produces over 7,000 chemicals, a lot of which
are carcinogens, eliminating the excess can help eliminate many of the risks associated
with smoking; but is your smile really safer with the switch?
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