In addition to helping you speak and chew, your tongue can also give your dentist clues about your oral health as well as your bodily health. During your dental exam, your dentist will check your tongue for signs of problems, which could be indicative of infections and even cancer. Here’s what your tongue can tell […]
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If you need a dental crown, you will most likely have to have a temporary dental crown before the permanent one can be placed. This is because lab-fabricated dental crowns are custom- made for your smile and can take two or more weeks to make [1]. You don’t want to be left without a tooth […]
Periodontal health, or gum health, plays a significant role in protecting your teeth. Gum tissue covers sensitive tooth roots and helps teeth stay properly anchored in the jaw. Without your gums, teeth would become loose and fall out. In fact, periodontal disease is one of the major causes of tooth loss in adults [1]. Besides […]
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Smokeless tobacco, also called chewing tobacco or snuff, is a type of tobacco that is chewed rather than smoked. Although the tobacco isn’t swallowed, it can still cause health problems, including issues with your oral health. But is chewing tobacco actually less harmful to your oral health than smoking cigarettes? Here’s what you should know […]
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There are different types of cracks that can occur to the tooth, and for different reasons. A tooth can be cracked from an injury, chewing on foods or objects you’re not supposed to, and teeth grinding. A cracked tooth may be obvious with a visible crack or cracks in the teeth, or you may not […]
