Month: September 2019

A cracked tooth is often seen commonly in patients suffering from poor oral health. Teeth with Cracked Tooth Syndrome usually have fractures that are difficult to diagnose with the help of X-rays or naked eyes. Sometimes, a fracture below the gumline makes it even more difficult to identify. The most commonly spotted areas where Cracked Tooth Syndrome occurs is molars, usually lower molars that absorb most of the forces of chewing. People grinding or clenching their teeth are more susceptible to cracked tooth syndrome. Similarly, teeth that have undergone root canal treatment are weaker than other teeth and are more likely to crack.

How Do You Identify a Cracked Tooth?
Cracked tooth is often intermittent pain that occurs in the tooth while biting or chewing. The tooth may be painful on eating certain types of food or while biting in a specific way. It may become worse on eating sugary foods as sugar promotes tooth pain on entering the tooth crack. This tooth may be sensitive to cold temperatures. People with cracked tooth syndrome have symptoms for months but they can’t be diagnosed since they are not consistent.

The diagnosis starts with a thorough examination of your mouth and teeth. X-rays are also taken but they may not display the crack. The treatment, however, depends on how deep and large the crack is. Sometimes it affects only cusps of a tooth which are the highest points of tooth. Tooth may be fixed or crown. Sometimes cracks affect the pulp which is the centre of the tooth. Here lies the nerves and blood vessels. In this case, tooth might need a root canal. You may feel pain after the treatment, however, it may not be as frequent.

How to Prevent Cracked Tooth Syndrome
If you are aware that you grind your teeth, your dentist can make a night guard to wear at night to relieve the pain from grinding. For some patients, it stops grinding. It can be worn at other times during the day, if clenching or grinding is an issue.

Our dentist will prescribe you with options, whether it is a crown, root canal or extraction. He will possibly be able to prevent issues with a night guard. The treatment, however, is not always successful. Some people continue to have occasional symptoms and others may require it with the help of a specialist.

If you believe you are suffering from CTS and think that grinding your teeth may cause CTS, talk to our dentists today to arrange a checkup at the earliest.

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September is Dental Implant Awareness month which focuses on raising awareness to help people make healthy decisions regarding dental implants. Dental implants promote confidence and offer a healthy yet natural smile. More than 3 million people in the US have dental implants that last for decades, when taken care of properly. They are the only tooth replacement option that promote bone growth and prevent bone loss, while preserving the facial structure and healthy teeth.

The American Association of Dentistry celebrates Dental Awareness month every year to educate people about Dental Implants and how they can help to recreate young and bright smiles. By educating people on Implants, we help them realize how easily they can reverse an ugly looking smile.

Missing one or several teeth is no more a problem with dental implants. They look, fit and function like healthy and natural teeth. You don’t have to think about them differently throughout the day. You can smile, talk and laugh without a second thought. When compared to other teeth replacement options, Dental Implants are widely preferred because they don’t slip or slide inside the mouth. You won’t feel hesitant about the way they look.

Our dentists are quite excited about this month as we truly understand how our patients feel when their smile is actually they want it to be. Dental implants are just one of the ways we improve patient’s smiles because they are easy to maintain and look natural.

For more ways to improve your oral health and smile, consult our dentist today and let them educate you on how dental implants can change your smile.

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Dentures need lot of care and grooming to keep them maintained in the long run. Still, if you come across denture damage, there are a few things you can definitely do. The foremost is visiting the dentist who will examine and determine the best way to fix it. Dentures often need adjustment when you wear them initially. You should never try to fix dentures on your own since this would spread the damage.

Other than seeing a dentist, there are some other things that can be done at home:

• Collect any piece of denture that has been broken off including the wiring.
• You can also use dental wax. If the clasps become slightly loose, they could be rubbing against the gums and irritate them. In that case, you should use a dental wax to place the wire as a temporary barrier.
• Soak your dentures. Do not continue wearing damaged dentures.

We can provide you with alternatives to dentures if you are interested in a more convenient solution. This includes:

Dental Bridges
Partial tooth loss can be addressed with dental crowns and dental bridges. In this case, remaining teeth are made to create space for dental crowns. The crown, gum base and bridge are created in the laboratory. The crowns will then be secured to the teeth adjacent to the missing ones. They will serve as anchors to hold the bridge in place.

This way your new teeth will be secure enough to enjoy your favorite foods, smile and speak with confidence. It is easy to take care of dental crowns and bridges like you would for your natural teeth. This keeps them in place for years.

Dental Implants
If you want a solution that replaces your teeth without requiring support from the other ones, a dental implant is an ideal solution. A titanium post is implanted under the gums and secured to the jawbone. Over a period of time, the post and bone will fuse together via a process named, osseointegration. This creates a durable root system for your new tooth. Dental implants look and function exactly like a natural tooth.

Compared to dentures, dental implants and bridges are far more convenient. Dentures require removal and cleaning which can be embarrassing at times. Dentures can become loose while eating which could be a trouble. These problems do not exist when you replace teeth with a fixed solution.

If your dentures need to be repaired, schedule a consultation with us today. Our dentists can adjust them so that the fit is improved.

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