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
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
A tooth ache is a feeling of pain in a tooth itself or around a tooth. While tooth decay is often the cause of tooth ache, other causes may include sinus or ear infections. Should your tooth ache persist, you should contact your dentist as soon as possible to prevent the infection and pain from
Crooked teeth, overbites and underbites are usually inherited traits from ones parents but can also be a result of loss of baby teeth at an early age or certain habits as a child. Not all malocclusion require treatment as the teeth may look aesthetically unpleasing but are not necessarily a health hazard. In the modern
A chipped, cracked or broken tooth is usually a cosmetic dental issue; however it may become serious if the nerve tissue inside the tooth is exposed. The exposed nerve is in most cases is very painful and increases your risk for infection. You should see your dentist as soon as possible to have the tooth