Laser dentistry involves using a laser beam to cut away excess tissue within the mouth, to whiten teeth, or to prepare teeth for a surgical procedure. Unlike dental procedures that involve cutting into the gumline, there will not be much blood loss with a laser procedure and the healing time after a laser application is performed will not take as long.
Lasers For Soft And Hard Tissue
Laser dentistry procedures can be used to treat soft and hard tissue.
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As the phrase suggests, dental crowns are caps that are placed over a damaged tooth. In simpler terms, dental crowns are 'hats' that take the shape of your tooth. Dentists use dental crowns on damaged or chipped teeth. So, if dental fillings can't solve the problem, the dentist may have to settle for dental crowns. This article will cover every bit of information you need to know about dental crowns.
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Everyone knows that baby teeth are temporary to be replaced later by adult or permanent teeth. But, that doesn't mean that you shouldn't take care of the baby teeth. In fact, healthy baby teeth are important for several reasons: to chew food, to speak clearly, and to hold space in the gums for permanent teeth.
Here's what you need to know about baby bottle mouth syndrome if you are the parent or guardian of a baby who has their first teeth erupting through their gums.
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When your dentist assesses your mouth, they may recommend that you receive dental implants. Here are a few factors that they consider to determine if you are a good candidate for implants:
You Have One or More Missing Teeth
A dental implant-based restoration offers the most natural-looking option for the replacement of lost teeth. The implant, which is embedded in the bone of the jaw, replaces the roots of the missing tooth to anchor the new replacement tooth in place.
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A root canal is often used as an example of something very painful. However, it's not necessarily true that a root canal has to be painful especially with many of the techniques that a dentist can use to carry out the procedure.
Root Canals Actually Alleviate Pain
You may already be in pain due to your damaged or infected tooth. If that is the case, a root canal can be the one thing that alleviates your pain.
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