FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON DENTAL HEALTH

What are early signs of dental trouble?

Visit a dentist if you have any of these issues or see your child having trouble chewing or complaining of soreness:

Mouth sores
Jaw pain
Redness
Swollen face or gums
Tooth sensitivity
Broken teeth
Dry mouth
Bleeding gums
Bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth

Getting checked out as soon as possible helps to avoid infections and more serious issues.

Why do I need dental checkup?

Regular examinations assist in identifying problems early to avoid larger and more expensive treatments later. A dental hygienist will start by cleaning buildup from your teeth. Then the dentist will probe spots on the surfaces and near the gumline with special tools.

You should get an examination every 6 months, or more often if your dentist recommends it. Often the dread of seeing the dentist turns to big relief when the visit is over and you have a care plan set up.

How do fillings work?

The surface enamel of teeth is breached by cavities, which will likely only become worse until you fill them.

Your mouth will be numbed by the dentist before the cavity is prepared by drilling around it. When placed in the cavity, a composite made of many sturdy components or a white mixture hardens as it cures. When getting the numbing shot and during the drilling, you can feel discomfort or pressure.

Once set, fillings can endure a long period, but if they break or lose their strength, they must be replaced.

Are sweets and ice really bad for my teeth?

Yes, sweetened meals and unhealthy snacks like candy and soda can cause tooth decay by sticking to teeth. Gum disease and oral cancer can be brought on by smoking and chewing tobacco.

Although teeth are robust enough to chew ice and tear open packages, doing so puts stress on your jaws and can cause tooth to break. When under stress, gritting or grinding your teeth may cause them to crack.

Another unhealthy habit is biting your nails. Your jaw is pulled out of place, and your teeth's alignment is altered.

How can I whiten my teeth the most effectively?

Although there are various teeth-whitening solutions available in stores and you can acquire take-home gels and trays from your dentist, neither of these options is as effective as operations carried out in a dental clinic.

Before making a purchase, seek advice from your dentist, especially if you have dental work or dark stains. Additionally, avoid using them continuously to avoid harming your teeth.

After having dental surgery, is water okay to drink?

Typically, you will be instructed to bite down on a piece of gauze for 30 to 60 minutes after having a tooth extracted. By establishing a blood clot at the surgical site, infection is prevented.

Water consumption is crucial for the healing process after the blood clot has formed for a couple of hours. Avoid swishing water around quickly in your mouth and refrain from using a straw when drinking because these actions will disturb the clot.

You can also make a moderate saline solution after dental surgery by mixing a little water and salt. Instead of spitting, let any extra water leave your mouth naturally and fall into the sink.