The pulp of a tooth is the inside soft tissue or “nerve” of the tooth. The pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, connective tissue and reparative cells. The purpose of pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry is to maintain the vitality of the affected tooth so the tooth can be maintained until the correct time for normal
Bleeding gums is a common dental problem which goes unnoticed in its initial stages and is usually painful and uncomfortable as the problem advances. In most cases, one would be warned by bleeding gums when brushing the teeth and finding traces of pink or red blood in the sink when you brush or rinse your
Swollen or bleedings gums occur as a result of poor dental care and mostly is caused by a build-up of plaque on the teeth and gums. However, there are other common causes of gum inflammation including Gingivitis and periodontitis Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (ANUG – a severe form of gingivitis) Pericoronitis (a result of wisdom
A gum blister is an infection in the form of an abscess that appears as a bubble on the gum and may be associated with pus drainage. There are many causes of gum blisters and something as simple as a mild accidental scraping of the gum with an object could cause a blister. However, repeated
Gum recession is a serious dental problem which needs supervision by a dental professional. Receding gums occurs when the gum detaches from the tooth and the tooth’s supporting structures including the bone and results in the root of the tooth being exposed which makes it more susceptible to cavities and tooth sensitivity. Gum recession is caused
Brown spots and stains are usually a result of cigarettes, coffee, cola or wine consumption. Over time, these beverages stain the teeth on the surface and these stains can enter cracks and crevices present on the enamel of the tooth. Similarly, yellow teeth with age teeth become yellow due to exposure to such substances as
Sensitive teeth symptoms present in pain when ones teeth are exposed to hot or cold sensations. The pain can be sharp or lingering depending on the cause of the sensitivity. Worn out tooth enamel, fractured teeth, cracked teeth, cavities or an exposed root canal can all cause sensitive teeth. Each tooth contains small hollow tubes
Pain after a filling Symptoms and causes Sometimes an individual may experience pain immediately after getting a filling. We would recommend taking an over the counter pain reliever. If the pain persists, your dentists should be contacted to check if the bite needs adjusting or if a root canal is required. Always inform your dentist
Poor oral hygiene can lead to a build-up of plaque which may lead to decay of the tooth. Tooth decay (commonly called a cavity) creates a hole that weakens the tooth structure. When the cavity damage is picked up early and is relatively small, your dentist can fill the area with a common filling and
Poorly Cemented Inadequate adherence of the cement to the tooth can be due to moisture contamination. This causes the crown to become loose much quicker and eventually fall out. It can be aggravated with biting and chewing. Tooth Decay Keep in mind that there is a natural tooth present beneath the crown; therefore it can