Struggling to choose a meal, snack, or drink following a root canal? Don’t worry! You’ll be picking from a menu of healthy, delicious options in no time. It can be hard to know if your favorite treat is a food to avoid or enjoy during recovery from a dental procedure. We’re here to help you navigate your diet while your mouth is still sensitive. What to Eat After a Root
As a child, losing your two front teeth probably felt like an exciting rite of passage. As an adult, however, you probably don’t think it’s, well… not quite as much fun. Luckily there are options for repairing and replacing your permanent front teeth that may just make you smile. What Causes Front Tooth Damage and Loss? There are a few reasons you may need to repair or replace your front
Straight teeth and beautiful smiles aren’t just for kids; parents want attractive smiles too. But orthodontia is pricey, and finding dental insurance that covers braces for adults can be challenging. Nonetheless, more plans are now offering orthodontic benefits for adults. So, if you don’t have adult coverage, don’t give up – there are options to help you afford the treatment you need. Employer-Sponsored Dental Insurance Dental insurance is often a
If your dentist has told you that you need a root canal to treat a tooth infection, it can be scary. You may be worried about what caused the infection, and you may also be wondering if root canal infections spread. Understanding the process of root canal infection and what the treatment will entail can arm you with the knowledge you need to get your dental health back on track
Geographic tongue is a condition that may look a little strange in your bathroom mirror, but this oral anomaly is generally harmless. Also known as benign migratory glossitis (BMG), the condition occurs when the filiform papillae that cover the majority of the tongue wear at different rates. This results in a patchy surface that looks like a map on the tongue, hence the reference to geography in the name. What
Learning about oral cancer can be frightening—but education leads to early detection, and early detection is key to a better diagnosis. Because oral cancer can develop anywhere inside your mouth, it can manifest in your jaw as well. Here, we’ll look at four jaw cancer symptoms (as well as symptoms that aren’t jaw cancer, such as TMJ disorders) to watch out for and what you can do to address them
Often, we seek braces as a solution for crooked teeth. However, there are instances where our dental problems come from our bites or the way the upper and lower teeth line up. Two common types of poor bites are overjet and overbite. These two conditions can be severe but are highly treatable—and understanding these conditions will help you determine the best plan for you or your child to get a
Losing a tooth and anticipating a visit from the tooth fairy can be an exciting time for a child. After all, who wouldn’t be thrilled about waking up to money under your pillow? But instead of letting the visit be all about rewards, you can use a letter from the tooth fairy to encourage your child’s oral care habits. Plus, it provides an excellent opportunity to answer their questions about
Root canal treatments save teeth that are decayed, infected or seriously injured, explains the American Dental Association (ADA). If you have a deep cavity or a cracked tooth, your dentist may recommend this procedure. While root canals aren’t painful, you may be feeling a bit uneasy about the procedure. Perhaps you’ve read frightening claims that root canals cause cancer and other serious health issues. Is any of this true? Do
You might think that once your braces come off, your orthodontic treatment is complete. In reality, that’s not the case. Retaining your teeth in their new positions is an essential part of your treatment. While you might usually associate retainers with keeping newly moved teeth in place, your orthodontist can also recommend a fiberotomy surgery. Read on to find out what this procedure entails. Keeping Your Teeth in Place After
Although there have been plenty of modern developments in orthodontics, the quest for perfect teeth began long ago. Even though the idea of the perfect smile is different between cultures and times, the idea to straighten teeth and correct the bite remains much the same. We’re here with some engaging information about orthodontics and its history. Ancient Orthodontics Although dental problems have surely been a problem for humanity before recorded
Swollen lips may be a sign of a problem. Lips usually swell due to trauma or allergies, though some swollen lip causes are more serious. How quickly a swollen lip heals can indicate what’s causing the swelling. What Happens When Your Lip Swells? Lips swell when the blood vessels that supply them fill with blood. The structure of the lips include thin, delicate skin that covers the outside, and muscle