What do people see when you smile? Is it a typically toothy grin, or is there perhaps a bit too much pink in the mix? An abundance of gum tissue when you smile is not something that is generally a medical concern, and yet the aesthetics of the issue can be problematic on a personal level. It might be that you're self conscious about your smile. Perhaps you've never thought to ask your dentist if something can be done?
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How big is your smile? It probably depends on the cause of your smile, but you are no doubt used to the fact that, when you smile, you only reveal a certain amount of teeth. Those with a new set of dentures or a set that has recently been repaired might be surprised to discover that their smile can suddenly be much larger than it previously was, with a greater amount of teeth being displayed.
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If you start to develop a dental problem, it will usually have a slow enough onset with early warning signs that you'll have plenty of time to make a regular appointment with your dentist. Sometimes, however, emergency problems can arise, leaving you in urgent need of treatment.
At any point during the day, and even into the night, there should be somewhere you can seek emergency dental treatment, but in the meantime, there are some things you can do to help alleviate the symptoms and to increase the effectiveness of the professional treatment you receive.
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You may not have considered how the size of your mouth could impact your dental health. However, if you have a small mouth, you may find it difficult to maintain good oral health. A small mouth can make it difficult to reach your teeth and gums. Below are some tips which will help you to keep on top of things.
Use an electric toothbrush
If you have a small mouth, it can be difficult to brush your teeth with a manual toothbrush.
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If your dentist has recommended that you have a crown fitted on one of your back teeth, you have a choice of materials for your new crown. Gold and porcelain are the two most popular options for back teeth crowns, with porcelain-fused-to-metal as a third choice. But which one would be the best choice for you?
1. Gold crowns
Gold crowns are made entirely from gold that is cast from a mould made from the tooth to be crowned.
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