If you’re planning a tooth extraction, the last thing you might expect to discuss with your dentist is the contraception you take. However, if you’re on an oral contraceptive, this is a conversation you need to be having. Why?
Oestrogen and Extraction Bleeding
The oestrogen in oral contraceptives can affect the way your body deals with bleeding. Given that you’ll bleed after having a tooth extracted, the pill you take may affect your recovery time and the healing process.…
You may have experienced that slimy, sticky feeling on your teeth when you haven’t brushed them for a day or two, perhaps when you’ve been at a music festival or over a friend’s house and have been distracted from your daily brushing routine. This is plaque, a formation of bacteria that builds up on your teeth usually after eight hours, and can cause damage to the enamel because of it’s acidity. If it isn’t removed, then it can turn into tartar, a hardened yellowy substance that is a lot more difficult to remove and may require a trip to the dentist.…
If you have damaged or severely discoloured front teeth, chances are you are looking for ways to remedy their appearance. This is because, even though the primary function of your teeth is for mastication, they also play a pivotal role in the aesthetics of your smile. One of the cosmetic procedures that you could consider to fix these abnormalities are front teeth veneers. The following are some of the reasons why you should consider them as a viable dental treatment option.…
Teeth are typically covered with a strong, semi-clear outer enamel coating that delivers protection from daily wear through chewing, biting and speaking. Although enamel is a hard substance, it is quite fragile and can wear away thanks to certain foods or poor oral hygiene. Worn out enamel may need dental solutions like capping, crowning, filling and even root canals if left unchecked for long. Since enamel cannot be replaced in your mouth, follow these techniques to prevent tooth enamel loss in the first place.…
If your child is injured in any way, it may be your usual response to take them to the emergency room at the closest hospital. If it is an injury that constitutes a dental emergency, though, it is usually best to call your family dentist before seeking other treatment.
Playing sport can hold the threat of an injury to your child’s mouth
If your child is involved in a full contact sport like rugby, or boxing, you will be aware that injury to the mouth may be a threat, due to a blow to the face.…
Most children who wear braces will be in secondary school, at which age they are facing a number of life changes and wearing braces may be an obstacle for them. As a secondary school teacher, you can help to make the experience of wearing braces easier for your students. If you wear braces yourself, you can provide even greater support and assistance for these learners.
Teach your students about dealing with differences…
Tooth enamel refers to the hardened substance that acts as a protective coating to your tooth. Enamel is essential for your teeth as it keeps the sensitive dentine unexposed. If this dentine starts being exposed, you are likely to suffer from enhanced tooth sensitivity as well as chronic pain. However, not many people know that they are suffering from enamel erosion. Some of the symptoms to look out for include the following:…
Having a large, powerful smile is something that everyone desires. Unfortunately, this dream is put on hold when you’ve got small teeth. In some cases, the teeth may be so small that only the gum is visible when you smile. Having small teeth also has other consequences. It may either give you an older look or make your face appear childish. But not to worry—this modern age has come up with incredible solutions for that kind of problem.…
Many forms of cosmetic dentistry are surprisingly non-invasive. It’s not all about whitening your teeth with lasers or implanting a metal bolt into your jaw in order to hold a false tooth. Dental recontouring is when minor imperfections in the shape and surface appearance of the tooth are rectified with light buffing. It’s highly effective for a variety of conditions and the results are immediate. So what conditions can recontouring help with, and what, exactly, is involved in the process?…
Cosmetic dentistry, or dentistry that is done for the sake of appearance rather than for the overall health of your teeth and mouth, is more common today than ever before. The procedures used for cosmetic dentistry are typically more affordable than ever, and many of these procedures can be done in one visit, without anesthesia and with little discomfort. If you’re thinking about a cosmetic dental procedures, note a few questions you might have and then discuss these with your dentist.…
