Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Chipped Tooth
By Asha Ramesh, MDS
A chipped tooth is a result of a break in the enamel, the hard outer shell that protects your teeth....
Read moreUnderstanding Pulpotomy, Pulpectomy, and Root Canal Therapy
By Rhonda M. Kavee, DMD
Pulpotomy (vital pulpotomy), pulpectomy (pulpal debridement), and root canal treatment (RCT) are used for the management of the soft tissue...
Read moreWhite Spots on Teeth: Types, Causes, and Treatment Options
By Rhonda M. Kavee, DMD
White spots on teeth are visible when areas of the teeth are either whiter or reflect light differently than the...
Read moreWhy Do Teeth Get Stained and How to Whiten Your Teeth
By Rhonda M. Kavee, DMD
When thinking about whitening teeth, (1) it is important to know that what is a normal tooth color – a...
Read moreKnow the Habits You Must Avoid While Brushing Your Teeth
By Shivani Neelam, MD
Oral health is the window to your overall health. It is the major concern of dental health care professionals. Most...
Read morePeriodontitis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Complications
By Lawal Garuba, DMD, MPH
Periodontal disease refers to a group of inflammatory conditions that damage the gum tissue, tooth ligaments, and underlying alveolar bone...
Read morePlaque and Tartar Buildup: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
By Yanling Liu, DMD, BDS
Plaque is essentially a slimy layer of oral bacteria that lodges on your teeth, gums, tongue, dental fillings, crowns, dentures, and the...
Read moreToothache 101: Causes and Treatment
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Dentin hypersensitivity, or tooth sensitivity, is one of the most commonly reported dental complaints. It causes short spells of sharp, shooting...
Read moreGingivitis 101: Types, Causes, Treatment, and Risk Factors
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
When it comes to oral care, people usually focus most of their efforts on keeping their teeth healthy. The state...
Read moreTeeth Grinding (Bruxism): Causes, Symptoms, and Medical Treatment
By Diane Chen, DMD
The involuntary tendency to grind, clench, or gnash your teeth, often without even realizing it, is medically referred to as...
Read moreWhat Causes Tooth Abscess and How Is It Treated?
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
A tooth abscess is a collection or pocket of yellowish-green pus formed around an infected tooth or teeth as a result of...
Read moreReasons for Wisdom Teeth Pain and How to Treat It
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Wisdom teeth, or the third molars, are the hind teeth that grow at the rear end of the four mouth...
Read moreDiastema (Gap Between Teeth): Causes and Treatment
By Gita Yitta, DMD
Diastema is the dental term for a space between two teeth. This space often occurs in the front teeth, which...
Read moreHome Remedies for Wisdom Teeth Pain Relief
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Wisdom teeth are late bloomers that have to push against the existing teeth to make room for themselves. Due to...
Read moreRetainer Care: How to Clean Retainers
By Candy Sebold, DDS
Dental retainers are fabricated after a patient has completed orthodontic treatment to straighten the teeth. They keep the teeth in...
Read moreGray Teeth: Causes, Treatment, Self-Care and Complications
By Candy Sebold, DDS
Gray teeth are discolored teeth. They stand out and can detract from a person’s smile. Discoloration in the teeth is...
Read moreFoods to Eat and Avoid After a Tooth Extraction
By Candy Sebold, DDS
You may require a tooth extraction for various reasons, including tooth decay and wisdom tooth pain. While the procedure is...
Read moreTooth Abscess: Home Remedies and Prevention Tips
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
A tooth abscess refers to a buildup of pus in the center of the tooth due to a bacterial infection....
Read moreTeeth Grinding (Bruxism): Self-Care and Home Treatment
By Diane Chen, DMD
Bruxism refers to an unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth during the day time or even at night. While little...
Read moreSelf-Care and Home Remedies to Stop Periodontitis
By Lawal Garuba, DMD, MPH
Periodontitis refers to a bacterial infection that affects the gum and other surrounding tissues. It is vital to treat the...
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