Teeth often develop crazing on the surface as they get older. This is a natural process. As teeth age, they can start to show signs of years of wear and tear. They develop small crack-line lines on them.
These crazing lines aren't usually a dental problem; however, you might not like the way they make your teeth look. It might be a good idea to talk to a dentist about the problem.
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Have you just had your tooth knocked out as a result of a sporting injury or other accident? Are you wondering if there's any chance that your tooth can be saved? The answer is yes—but only if you take the correct action as soon as possible. Keep reading for details on how you can maximise the possibility of saving your tooth.
1. Put the tooth back in place if you can
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Dentists are often called on to extract teeth, and there are a few reasons why this might be necessary. In some cases, the tooth may be so damaged that it can't be saved. In other cases, the tooth may be infected and need to be removed to protect the rest of the mouth.
Here are two other situations when a dentist may need to extract your tooth.
You Have Impacted Teeth
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Not only does losing all of your teeth affect your ability to eat and speak, but it can also impact your self-confidence. Thankfully, dentures offer a way to restore your smile. Complete dentures are designed to replace all of the teeth in your upper or lower jaw, and they can be made to match your natural tooth colour. Complete dentures can provide a number of benefits for those who are missing all of their teeth.
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Tooth decay is a common chronic problem for children today. Fortunately, tooth decay is something you can prevent. But to do that, you need to first understand how it happens.
Cavities occur when foods containing sugars are trapped in the mouth. The bacteria present in your child's mouth convert the sugars into acid. Over time, this acid erodes the enamel resulting in serious issues like cavities.
Thankfully, the following tips can help protect your child's teeth from cavities.
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