The Centers for Disease Control says that moderate alcohol use is defined as one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. Anything more than this on a regular basis is considered heavy alcohol use. If you consume alcohol in more than moderate amounts, you could be ruining your teeth.
Those who are dependent on alcohol tend to see increased levels of plaque. Here's why, what excessive plaque can do to your teeth, and what you can do about it.
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If you have recently had a temporary dental crown placed, you may wonder if there is anything you should avoid doing to keep it intact. If so, use the following list of five things not to do to keep from damaging your new temporary crown.
Chew on the Side of Your Temporary Crown
Especially the first few days after the dentist has placed your temporary crown, avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where it is located.
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After having several dental procedures to prepare your mouth, your dentist may have given you temporary dental crowns until you're ready for the permanent ones. If so, use one or more of the tips below to take care of them at home.
Use A Soft Toothbrush To Clean Your Teeth
If you usually use a toothbrush with moderate to firm bristles, change over to a soft-bristled one. Since temporary crowns are softer than your tooth enamel or permanent crowns, they may scratch easier.
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If you have osteoporosis and want a dental implant, then you need to speak with your dental professional about whether you can or cannot receive the implant device. While most people can receive implants and enjoy a success rate as high as 98%, there may be some complications in your case. Keep reading to understand a few issues that may arise so you can speak to your dentist about them.
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If you have a root-canal procedure performed, then there is a slim chance that the treatment will fail. Only about 1.3 percent of all root canals fail and require additional treatment. However, if this happens, then you will need surgery. The surgery that is most likely to be performed is called an apicoectomy. An apicoectomy is somewhat invasive, but it can save your tooth and eliminate infections altogether. To understand the treatment and why it is performed, keep reading.
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