- 1. Gingivitis
- (Gingivitis)
- ... that you have the condition. But it's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis can lead to much more serious gum disease (periodontitis) and eventual tooth loss. The most ...
- 2. Geographic tongue
- (Geographic tongue)
- ... including: Hot, spicy, acidic or salty foods Alcohol Tobacco products Toothpaste that contains tartar-control additives, heavy flavoring or whitening agents ...
- 3. 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, ...
- 4. Tooth abscess
- (Tooth abscess )
- A tooth abscess is a collection of pus that's caused by a bacterial infection in the inner part of your tooth. A tooth abscess usually occurs as a result of an untreated dental cavity, or a crack ...
- 5. Bruxism/teeth grinding
- (Bruxism/teeth grinding)
- ... may include: Teeth grinding or clenching, which may be loud enough to awaken your sleep partner Teeth that are worn down, flattened, fractured or chipped Worn tooth enamel, exposing deeper layers ...
- 6. Poison ivy rash
- (Poison ivy rash)
- ... tooth-like appearance. In the fall, the leaves may turn yellow, orange or red. Poison ivy can produce small, greenish flowers and green or off-white berries. Poison oak can grow as a low plant or ...
- 7. 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 ...
- 8. Checklist for the Dental Deviant
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... a day? You may love the taste of soda, but anything too sugary-sweet and acidic can promote tooth decay. Meanwhile, too much coffee and iced tea can cause teeth discoloration in the bargain. It may be ...
- 9. Professional Teeth Bleaching in Shanghai: What to Expect
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... and the perceived social value of the provider. For this reason, it is advisable to research the available service providers carefully and compare prices. There are two broad categories of tooth-whitening ...
- 10. What Happens During a Root Canal in Shanghai?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- What happens during a root canal in Shanghai? Technically a root canal is a section in our tooth that contains the nerves. The inner section of a tooth is basically composed of a pulp chamber, the nerves ...
- 11. What are the Most Common Causes of a Toothache?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- A severe toothache is one of the worst pains imaginable whose common cause is tooth decay – although the decay itself isn’t necessarily painful in its early stages. You could have a relatively small cavity ...
- 12. What are the Causes of Tooth Sensitivity?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Tooth sensitivity is the discomfort or pain to one or more teeth or associated areas that are triggered by hot or cold food or even by breathing cold air. Tooth sensitivity can be of two types. Sensitivity ...
- 13. What is the Difference between Tooth Erosion and Tooth Decay?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... and implants are an expensive last resort. Caring for our teeth begins with understanding how they function, and what can threaten them – then we can then do things to manage this. Tooth erosion and tooth ...
- 14. How Does a Cavity Form?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... and then cavities form. Plaque, Tooth Decay and Cavities: The main threat to our tooth enamel is the plaque that builds up on our teeth. Plaque is initially invisible, and soft enough at first to ...
- 15. What is an Abscessed Tooth?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Got abscessed tooth in Shanghai? It can be serious. Abscessed tooth commonly caused by serious dental decay, an abscessed tooth is an infection. More specifically, an abscessed tooth is a painful infection ...
- 16. Canker sores
- (Canker sores)
- ... canker sores See your dentist if you have sharp tooth surfaces or dental appliances that seem to trigger the sores. The precise cause of canker sores remains unclear, though researchers suspect ...
- 17. Oral thrush
- (Oral thrush)
- ... oral hygiene. Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once daily. Replace your toothbrush frequently until your infection clears up. If you have problems with strength or dexterity in your hands, ...
- 18. Teens and Headaches
- (Teen)
- ... fever, vomiting, stiff neck, toothache, or jaw pain accompany your headache, you may need an exam—including laboratory tests or x-rays. ...
- 19. Canker sore
- (Canker sore)
- ... canker sores See your dentist if you have sharp tooth surfaces or dental appliances that seem to trigger the sores. The precise cause of canker sores remains unclear, though researchers suspect ...
- 20. Peripheral neuropathy
- (Peripheral neuropathy)
- ... or bacterial infections can cause peripheral neuropathy, including Lyme disease, shingles (varicella-zoster), Epstein-Barr, hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS. Inherited disorders. Examples include Charcot-Marie-Tooth ...