Sensitive teeth are a chore to have. But even more of a task to discover you have them. You could be enjoying a lovely ice cream cone when suddenly your teeth begin to seize up. Pain starts to shoot up each area that’s come into contact with the deceptively delicious cold treat. And it can […]
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What are the Parts of a Tooth and Their Functions?
If you recall your grade school science classes, chances are you’ve listed down parts of different body systems. Or, well, anything that has to do with the body. You might’ve been asked to pick apart the anatomy of a human cell, for one. Or maybe the human heart, even. And during those exercises, you probably […]
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Teeth whitening isn’t for everyone. We should probably get that right off the bat before you consider it. If you’ve ever whitened your teeth at a dental office, chances are your teeth whitening dentist cautioned you about getting the procedure. Especially if you have heavily decayed teeth or thinning enamel. Before you get your teeth […]
Continue readingMore TagWhat is the Mastication System?
Ever heard of the masticatory system? If you haven’t, that’s okay—it’s not something you learn at school. The chances are a little higher when you take a pre-med course or go to medical school, but for many of us who don’t, it’s somewhat of an enigma. And it’s not like most people equate “mastication” with […]
Continue readingMore Tag1,300 Lancashire Kids Had Tooth Extractions Under General Anesthesia. What’s the Takeaway?
Tooth extractions, for the most part, are usually a last-minute resort. This goes for primary and permanent teeth. Losing a baby tooth before it’s ready to fall off can cause crowding malocclusion. Each adult tooth lost means a smaller jawbone, which can cause problems in your later adult years. When your child’s teeth reach an […]
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