- 1. 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, ...
- 2. Dental Glossary
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... decay can be treated, but none of the various fixes available is permanent. The smallest cavity creates a cycle of repair and re-repair that continues for the life of the tooth. If the decay is relatively ...
- 3. What are Dental Implants?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... with the implant. The final stage is the replacement of the temporary crown with the permanent crown, which is a false tooth that is usually indistinguishable from the surrounding real teeth. During the ...
- 4. Why do People Need Dental Implants?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... dentures, permanent implants are fitted into the patient. If a candidate has no health issues to prevent him or her from healing, and has a good bone structure, then he or she is a good candidate for implants. ...
- 5. What Dental Procedures to Avoid When Pregnant
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... clindamycin, and penicillin, which are considered safe during pregnancy, and can be prescribed. However, antibiotics like tetracycline should be avoided during pregnancy. This can cause permanent or temporary ...
- 6. What is a Root Canal in Shanghai?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... root canal is cleaned, medicated and sealed permanently. The treated tooth needs some additional care for the next few days. As you were given local anesthesia, the treatment area remains numb for ...
- 7. How Dental Sealants Can Prevent Tooth Decay
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... sealants are applied to young children in order to provide protection for the baby (or milk) teeth. It is important to ensure a healthy life for the baby teeth, so that when the permanent teeth come through ...
- 8. What are Dental Crowns?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... Permanent crowns are made from a variety of materials. Which material is used depends on factors such as where the tooth is located, what forces it will need to withstand (biting strength, chewing, ...
- 9. How Can Dental Crowns Help You?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... a badly-shaped or a severely-discolored tooth. Are there Different Types of Dental Crowns? Permanent dental crowns are available in all-ceramic or all-porcelain, all-resin, metal, and a combination ...
- 10. Impacted wisdom teeth
- (Impacted wisdom teeth)
- ... experiencing. The thought of having a tooth removed may be overwhelming, but delaying care can lead to serious and permanent problems. It's important to talk to your dentist about your concerns. Anxiety ...
- 11. Physical Development in Boys: What to Expect
- (Puberty)
- ... the tiny bumps are harmless, a teenager may fear he’s picked up a form of venereal disease. The appropriate course of action is none at all. Though usually permanent, the papules are barely noticeable. ...
- 12. Tooth loss: First aid
- (First Aid Manual)
- If a permanent tooth is knocked out, get emergency dental care. It's sometimes possible to successfully implant permanent teeth that have been knocked out, but only if you follow the steps below immediately ...
