Archive for 'Dental Injuries' Category
Common Symptoms, Dental Injuries
Friday, February 5, 2010
Dentists are frequently asked questions about chipping a tooth—“Is it that big a deal? Doesn't it depend on how big the chip is? I mean if it is just a little chip, it can't be that bad...can it?” The answers to these questions are variations of the same theme. Yes, chipping a tooth means you ...
Common Symptoms, Dental Injuries
Friday, February 5, 2010
Are you experiencing persistent pain in your jaw after a fall that won't go away or is getting worse? The first and most important tip is to see your dentist or oral surgeon now! There are many reasons for jaw pain; however, you need a professional to understand what happened and evaluate your pain. By ...
Dental Injuries
Thursday, February 4, 2010
A cracked tooth is something everyone dreads because it could be a prelude to a painful and costly experience. Cracked Tooth Syndrome is the name given to a set of symptoms and signs that lead to this particular diagnosis. These signs include craze lines, cracks, and fractures—and they can all lead to cracked teeth. But ...
Dental Injuries
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Unfortunately accidents happen and as a result, your child may end up with a chipped tooth. If you find yourself in this situation, don't worry—a composite tooth-colored restoration actually bonded to the tooth is an ideal material for repairing broken or chipped teeth. Some of the reasons supporting this choice are that bonding material (composite ...
Dental Injuries
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Once you get over the initial shock of breaking a tooth, it is imperative that you see a dental professional for a thorough evaluation and treatment. One method for saving a tooth broken to the gum line is through “crown lengthening”. But don't let this small surgery fool you—it packs big benefits. It is typically ...
Dental Injuries, Sports Dentistry
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
No parent, caregiver, or coach ever wants to see a child suffer an injury during a sporting event or any other circumstance. The American Dental Association and Academy of Sports Dentistry and many others, strongly recommend mouthguards for anyone participating in high contact and impact sports to protect teeth, jaw joints and mouth from unnecessary ...
Dental Injuries
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Losing a permanent tooth can be traumatic for anyone; however, knowing what to do should it happen may enable you to save the tooth. The clock starts ticking from the moment the tooth is lost. It has the best chance for survival if it is re-implanted as soon as possible, preferably within 5 minutes. Start ...
