Gum disease is also known as periodontitis and it occurs when the gum tissues are infected. The common symptoms of this condition include redness, swelling and bleeding when brushing the teeth. Generally, periodontitis begins as gingivitis which is mild inflammation of the gums. The gingivitis can be attributed to bacterial build-up on the teeth, so the condition can be reversed when it is treated early. If this advances to periodontitis, the bacteria will break down the tissues and bone supporting the teeth.
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Every good parent knows that taking good care of their child's deciduous teeth (more commonly known as milk or baby teeth) is important. If a baby tooth becomes damaged by tooth decay and is not treated promptly, it can rapidly become badly infected.
In many cases, baby teeth that become infected in this way will require a root canal therapy. This involves a procedure known as a pulpectomy, in which the infected pulp is completely extracted and replaced with an inert filling that keeps the outer shell of the baby tooth in place.
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Guess what? Your oral health and gums are interconnected in an astounding manner. Yes, it's possible to reduce the risk of developing heart conditions by simply maintaining a perfect condition of your teeth and gums. This is an area of dental industry that has been going on for quite a while now, and doctors and dentists are becoming more and more convinced that the relationship is solid. If you want to know how far this interplay goes and what signs to look out for, then read on.
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Well, there are only three scenarios where you can lose your teeth: When it's time to let go of your milk teeth, from an accident, or due to old age. Regardless the case, you can always replace your teeth and still retain that beautiful smile that lights up planet earth. The best way to do this is by using dental plates. However, if you are about to use the plates for the first time, it wouldn't hurt to know a little bit about them.
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If your teeth aren't entirely natural, you've probably gotten into the habit of looking after your veneers, your dental implants, or your dentures as well as you would look after your natural teeth. Sometimes accidents happen and your dental prosthesis is the victim. In many instances, a broken prosthetic tooth (or set of teeth) can be reattached rather quickly and easily. So what do you need to do if it happens to you?
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