- 1. Gangrene
- (Gangrene)
- ... antibodies, to ward off infections. Without a proper blood supply, cells can't survive, and your tissue decays. Infection. If bacteria thrive unchecked for long, infection can take over and cause ...
- 2. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- Cavities are permanently damaged areas in the hard surface of your teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes. Cavities, also called tooth decay or caries, are caused by a combination of factors, ...
- 3. Trench mouth
- (Trench mouth)
- ... gums. This infection can damage or destroy the delicate gum tissue (gingiva) that surrounds and supports your teeth. Large ulcers, often filled with bacteria, food debris and decaying tissue, may form ...
- 4. Dental Glossary
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... toothpaste that contains fluoride, which helps protect your teeth from decay. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed. A worn toothbrush won't do a good ...
- 5. Common Reasons for a Tooth Extraction in Shanghai
- (Dental Shanghai)
- A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone. If a tooth has been damaged by tooth decay or a fracture, a dentist will attempt to repair the tooth by restoring it with a dental ...
- 6. Eating Disorders and How They Ruin Teeth
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... gum disease and bad breath (halitosis). Just think of all that you eat and digest to imagine the effects of forcing up stomach acid to your mouth while purging. Development of Widespread Decay ...
- 7. What is Flouride and Why Do We Need It?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Fluoride—the earth’s 13th most abundant element—is found naturally in soil, plant life and processed foods. Fluoride has been added to our tap water since the 1940s to prevent common tooth decay. Research ...
- 8. How Composite Bonding Works to Repair Teeth
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Dentists in Shanghai use various fillings to repair decay and other damage to our teeth. While there are limitations to the extent that they can use these, they do have the advantage of being cheaper and ...
- 9. What are the Treatment Options for a Damaged Pulp?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... or other damage occurs, decay sets in which, if not attended to by a dentist, eventually spreads throughout the pulp. Pulp contains the nerves and connective tissue of our teeth. Its also provides essential ...
- 10. What are the Causes of Plaque?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... in tooth decay. Plaque can also develop on the tooth roots under the gum and cause breakdown of the bone supporting the tooth. Tooth location: Tooth decay most frequently occurs in the back teeth. These ...
- 11. What is the Difference between Tooth Erosion and Tooth Decay?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... decay are the most common problems in Shanghai that we are likely to encounter as our teeth begin to age. Tooth Erosion: The harder outer surface that dentists call tooth enamel protects the bone and ...
- 12. Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
- (Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia))
- ... to roll an "r." Poor oral hygiene. For an older child or adult, tongue-tie can complicate oral hygiene — making it difficult to sweep food debris from the teeth. This can contribute to tooth decay and ...
