Toothaches: Cause, Remedies and Long-term Solutions

Posted on: 16 August 2021

When you develop a minor problem with the way your dentures fit, your dentist might recommend that you have them relined. Denture relines involve replacing the lining of the denture base with new lining that is a better fit for your mouth. Here are several benefits that you can expect to enjoy after a denture reline. 1. Easier Mealtimes After the lining of your dentures is replaced with a new lining, you should notice that they fit much more securely in your mouth.
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Posted on: 13 July 2021

If you should suffer an accident that causes a fragment of a tooth to break off, you clearly need emergency dentistry. The tooth itself may hurt, and at the very least, it will cause discomfort when you attempt to eat. Even when pain and discomfort are minimal, it's important that you have your tooth restored urgently. This prevents more serious complications that can develop when a portion of a tooth's structure is lost.
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Posted on: 25 May 2021

Partial dentures work in conjunction with the remaining natural teeth in your mouth. It's for this reason that they're often made with clasps. This is a small metal band attached to the denture plate, which loops around a sufficiently strong tooth, allowing this tooth to function as an abutment for the denture, helping it to stay in place. What happens when this clasp breaks off? Reasons for Breakage A broken clasp can happen for many reasons.
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Posted on: 7 April 2021

When you lose your teeth, it is easy to become self-conscious and to avoid public places because you don't want to risk people noticing your appearance without teeth. While your teeth cannot be regrown, there are several ways of replacing your teeth. Two popular techniques used by dentists to restore the appearance of your smile are dental implants and dentures. Each dental method comes with its particular advantages and disadvantages.
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