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They can be impacted, causing pain, or might cause crowding or misalignment of other teeth.

They can lead to tooth decay, as the sugars feed oral bacteria that produce acid, weakening tooth enamel.

Over time, fillings can wear down, chip, crack, or fall out, or decay might form around them.

Hold it by the crown, rinse without scrubbing, try reinserting it, or keep it moist (in milk or saliva) and see a dentist immediately.

A tooth that hasn’t erupted because it’s blocked by other teeth, bone, or soft tissue.

Frequent alcohol consumption can lead to dry mouth, increase the risk of gum disease, and raise oral cancer risk.

Aging, tobacco use, certain foods/drinks (coffee, tea, red wine), trauma, medications, and genetics can lead to discoloration.

At Brush and Floss Dental Care, we emphasize the importance of comprehensive dental care and patient communication. Before your appointment, ensure you brush and floss thoroughly to maintain oral hygiene. It’s crucial to provide us with a complete medical history and list any…

Plaque is a soft, sticky film composed primarily of bacteria that forms on your teeth. If plaque is not effectively removed through regular brushing and flossing, it can harden into tartar, a much tougher substance to remove that can lead to dental issues…

They replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues, providing function and aesthetics. They can be full (complete) or partial, depending on the number of missing teeth.

A device worn over the teeth to protect them from grinding or clenching, often used during sleep.

Baby teeth, also known as primary teeth, serve as essential placeholders for permanent teeth. As a child’s jaw grows, these temporary teeth maintain space for the permanent teeth that will emerge later. The roots of baby teeth gradually dissolve, a process known as…

Modern dentures are typically made from acrylic resins, but can also include metal components.

A branch of dentistry that specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities, such as malocclusions.

It’s used to adhere crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and other dental restorations to teeth.

Experiencing symptoms such as jaw pain, headaches, difficulty chewing, clicking or locking of the jaw joint, and ear pain could indicate a condition called temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). This disorder affects the hinge connecting your jaw to the skull, known as the temporomandibular…