Dental crowns are excellent dental prostheses for restoring the structural and functional integrity of severely damaged teeth. These restorations come in various materials, and you can choose the right dental crowns material for you based on the following main factors.
1. Strength of Material and Longevity
Gold dental crowns are strong and will hold up quite nicely for years, withstanding fractures, cracks, and corrosion. It is no wonder that they are used for premolar and molar restorations.
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At the center of each of your teeth, you'll find the tooth's nerve (which is often called the pulp). The pulp prefers a hermit-like existence and should have no contact with the outside world. The pulp chamber is protected by your tooth's structure (made of dentin and the outer enamel) but is still vulnerable. When an adult's dental pulp becomes irreversibly infected, you'll need a root canal to remove this pulp.
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It's something that you use every day but may not pay much attention to. A toothbrush that is past being useful may be worse than not brushing at all. Read on for some tips on ensuring that your brush is doing the job it needs to do.
Get some professional advice. Your dentist will probably tell you to get a brush with soft bristles. Stiff bristles can be too harsh on teeth and gums.
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It is normal for patients, both children and adults, to feel anxious about their upcoming dental appointments. However, you have nothing to worry about since check-ups are usually straightforward. In most cases, your family dentist will offer to clean your teeth professionally as a preventative measure against gum diseases and tooth decay. Read on to know what will happen during your teeth cleaning appointment with your family dentist.
1. Oral Examination
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Are you having a problem with a tooth and wondering if it needs a root canal? If so, it will help to know what the potential warning signs are.
Hot And Cold Sensitivity
Pay attention to how the tooth feels when you drink a hot or cold beverage. If you feel a prolonged shooting pain in the tooth that doesn't go away immediately when you stop drinking the beverage, this is a sign that you may need a root canal.
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