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What are Wisdom Teeth?
What are wisdom teeth? Your wisdom teeth are the back teeth (rear molars) that are usually last to come through; in your late teens or twenties. For some people they can cause problems because there is not enough space for them in your mouth. When there isn’t enough room, these large back teeth may push through on…
Read MoreMy Child has a Loose Baby Tooth That Won’t Come Out, Do I Need to do Anything?
My child has a loose baby tooth that won’t come out. Do I need to do anything? If you can see the permanent tooth coming through and trying to push the baby tooth out of the way, it is a good idea to see your dentist. They will examine your child’s mouth and may take x-rays…
Read MoreCan Soft Drink Really Harm My Teeth?
Can soft drink really harm my teeth? Large volumes and frequent drinking of soft drinks is one of the major risk factors that cause dental decay. For example, one can of lemonade such as Mountain Dew has eleven teaspoons of sugar in it and is highly acidic. If you challenged yourself to eat those 11 teaspoons…
Read MoreIs It Possible to Close Spaces Between My Front Teeth Without Braces?
What can I do about the ugly space between my two front teeth? Before your dentist can present you with appropriate treatment options, they first need to determine why you have those spaces. Depending on your specific situation, the treatment options may range from braces to dental bonding. Is it possible to close the space…
Read MoreWhat is dry mouth?
What is dry mouth? Dry mouth is a condition caused by a reduced flow of saliva produced in your mouth. There are certain types of medications, as well as, smoking and chewing tobacco that can cause dry mouth. Dry mouth is particularly uncomfortable because we need saliva to help control bacteria, aid with digestion and…
Read MoreWhat is drill-less dentistry?
What is drill less dentistry? Drill-less dentistry is performing treatments on your teeth without the use of a drill. Right now that mostly means ‘Air Abrasion’ (sometimes also called microabrasion), which is being offered by some dentists. What is Air Abrasion and how does it work? During treatment with air abrasion, your dentist uses an…
Read MoreIs it possible to change the shape of my teeth?
Can I change the shape of my teeth? Yes. Many of the new modern dental procedures allow people to change the shape their teeth for cosmetic reasons and not just because they have problems like decay or broken teeth. What treatment options are there for changing the shape of my teeth? There are several different…
Read MoreWhat is tooth decay?
What is tooth decay? Tooth decay, also called cavities, is an area of the tooth where the hardened outer surface has been permanently damaged, creating small holes. At Dental Care Professionals we see tooth decay far to often when it can be avoided with easy good dental habits. Here is some basic information about cavities…
Read MoreWhat are the dental care basics I need to do?
What are the dental care basics I need to do? For preventing as many dental problems as possible, it is important to have a great oral hygiene routine. The basics you need to be focused on are – proper flossing and good technique brushing your teeth.. If you use the proper techniques for brushing and…
Read MoreIs thumb sucking bad for my child’s teeth?
Is thumb sucking bad for my child’s teeth? How vigorously your child sucks their thumb will determine the amount of restriction or deviation that is caused by having thumbs or fingers in the mouth when the permanent teeth are pushing through (erupting) the gums to form. Sucking is a natural reflex in infants and young…
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