Understanding Healthy Teeth and Gums
Describes parts of a tooth, how to keep your teeth healthy, and what can harm your teeth.
Your Dental Visit
You should visit the dental office every 6 months to make sure your teeth and gums are healthy. If problems are found, your dentist or dental hygienist will advise self-care and treatment.
Wisdom Teeth: Your Treatment Plan
Your surgeon may advise removing wisdom teeth even if you have no symptoms. This is because wisdom teeth roots mature and become more firmly attached to the bone as you age, making removal more difficult.
Wisdom Teeth Surgery- Your Recovery
After surgery to remove your wisdom teeth, your mouth needs time to heal. To promote faster healing, get enough rest, eat and drink nutritious foods, and take care of the extraction site.
Understanding Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are very much like your other permanent teeth. The main difference is that they are the last to develop and grow in. Read on to learn more.
Wisdom Teeth: Removal
Wisdom teeth are often removed in a surgeon's office or in an outpatient surgical center. Your experience depends on the position of the teeth, the number of teeth being removed, and other factors.
Understanding Tooth Decay
Plaque is a sticky coating of bacteria and other substances that forms on your teeth and gums. It can cause two serious problems: tooth decay and gum disease. These problems damage the teeth and gums, and may even lead to tooth loss.
When You Have Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
The TMJ is a ball-and-socket joint located where the upper and lower jaws meet. The TMJ and its nearby muscles make up a complex system. A problem in one part of the system can affect the other parts. This can cause you to have temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
Pain Relief Methods for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
TMD can cause painful and frustrating symptoms. But your healthcare provider can advise different pain relief methods as part of your treatment. These may include medicines and certain types of therapy, such as massage or gentle exercise.
Understanding Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
Do you have pain in your face, jaw, or teeth? Do you have trouble chewing? Does your jaw make clicking or popping noises? These symptoms can be caused by temporomandibular disorders (TMD). This term describes a group of problems related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and nearby muscles.