Posts Tagged ‘replace lost teeth’
What is Gingivitis?
A fairly mild form of gum disease, gingivitis may be thought of as the first step along the road to the serious condition known as periodontitis, or periodontal disease; a serious threat to your dental health which can, if left untreated, cause total tooth loss, as well as a threat to your general health, should…
Read MoreWhat Can You do about a Loose Tooth?
As we all recall from our own childhood, and perhaps from raising children as well, losing teeth is normal for children at some point in their development. Eventually, their “baby teeth” fall out and permanent teeth replace them. This is to be expected (that’s what the Tooth Fairy is for, right?). However, loose teeth in…
Read MoreWhy an Abscessed Tooth is So Painful & How to Take Care of It
A tooth abscess is caused by a bacterial infection beneath your gums, either alongside your tooth or at the tip of your tooth root, creating a pocket of pus which develops, leading to inflammation of the gum and some intense pain. The abscess is most commonly the result of an untreated cavity, or possibly injury…
Read MoreTotal Tooth Replacement: Dental Reconstruction
Known as “Restorative Dentistry” within the field of prosthodontics, reconstructive dentistry is generally thought of as the treatment of patients with complex dental problems that requires the replacement or repair of many teeth; requiring total tooth replacement. It may also be referred to as “full mouth rehabilitation.” This type of tooth replacement therapy often involves…
Read MoreTooth Replacement Therapy: A High-tech Plan for Long-term Results
The use of digital technology for planning implant surgery as part of a tooth replacement therapy plan has become the norm, rather than the exception. There are good reasons for this, as digital planning increases accuracy and minimizes risk. Digital planning involves the use of a high-tech scan of your mouth prior to implant surgery.…
Read MoreGum Disease Leading Cause of Tooth Loss
Periodontal Disease, also known as Periodontitis (or simply “gum disease”), is a serious infection of the gums that, if left untreated, can destroy the soft tissues surrounding your teeth, as well as the jaw bone; the very support your teeth require to remain in place. This infection can easily lead to dramatic tooth loss, as…
Read MoreHow to Use Denture Adhesives
We’ve written repeatedly about dentures and denture care here at The Dental Health Blog. There are times however, when we must ensure that we stress the basics, such as how to care for your dentures and how to use denture adhesives. You may wish to use a denture adhesive to ensure the security of your…
Read More5 Tips About Denture Care
When you’ve lost all of your teeth, a denture is a removable replacement for them. A partial denture is also used to replace missing teeth, while some natural teeth remain. As with any major change, your new dentures may feel a bit odd at first, until your body adapts to them; requiring the muscles of…
Read MoreHow to Care for Dental Implants
For a significant number of patients who’ve lost most, or all, of their teeth, dental implants are often the perfect tooth replacement therapy. When cared for properly, your dental implants should provide you with a lifetime of comfortable eating and beautiful smiles. However, just as with your natural teeth, implants will require daily brushing and…
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