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Gum recession is a gum condition that causes the margin of the gum tissue that surrounds your teeth, wear or push away, exposing the roots of your teeth. They form gaps or pockets between your teeth and gum line, causing a bacteria build-up in the area. If you leave gum recession untreated, it will further damage your supporting tissue and the bone structure of your teeth, resulting in tooth loss. Older adults are more prone to this condition. A study…

If you have diabetes, whether Type I or Type II, carefully managing your diabetes is key to your overall well-being. This includes your oral health. Paying close attention to oral health and hygiene is essential no matter what. Still, people with diabetes are at higher risk for some oral health conditions and should therefore be especially diligent. Diabetes and dental care should always go hand in hand. Can diabetes lead to oral health problems? Diabetes can lead to a variety…

Loose teeth are something that is commonly associated with children. When we are young, it is expected that our baby teeth will fall out and eventually be replaced by our adult teeth. But when we notice loose teeth as adults, even a loose wisdom tooth in adults, this is typically an unexpected and disconcerting experience. There are a variety of causes for loose teeth in adults, as well as several treatments for loose teeth in adults should this occur. What…

Most people believe that temporomandibular joint disorder (also known as TMJ/TMD) is a problem that affects adolescents and young adults, but most patients are actually middle-aged or older. Unfortunately, few people seek diagnosis or TMJ disorder treatment in the prime of their life, and continue to suffer from the symptoms as they age. We’ll discuss TMJ symptoms and treatment in a little more detail below. Prevalence and Causes of TMD in Older Patients In younger patients, TMJ pain is typically…

Basic education teaches us that there are five types of teeth that grow in one’s lifetime. They are: incisors, canines, premolars, molars, and wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars. However, most people may not know that the last set of teeth doesn’t necessarily have to come out.But how is this possible? Do you need to get worried if your wisdom teeth don’t come out? What role do wisdom teeth play in our mouths anyway?Find the answers to these…

At some point in someone’s life, following a visit to their dentist, they may be required to undergo oral surgery. If you’re new to this, you may have plenty of questions and doubts about the procedure: Why do you need ‘surgery’? What should you expect before, during, and after the procedure? What’s the average cost of the whole process?Well, there are many reasons that may lead to someone having to undergo a particular procedure. However, you shouldn’t start worrying as…

Everyone gets wisdom teeth at some point. However, we all don’t go through the same experience.Wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth to grow in your young adulthood phase. In most cases, the process is quite troublesome, as some people experience both pain and discomfort.These teeth come out between the ages of 17 and 25, and at this stage, you may not have sufficient space to fit them as they grow. The person ends up getting impacted wisdom teeth,…

The removal of wisdom teeth isn’t an uncommon dental procedure- many people have it done, and many are young adults or teens. But while it is a relatively common and simple procedure as far as surgeries go, it’s still likely going to cost you a bit of extra money. And what if you don’t have dental insurance? To learn more about all things wisdom teeth and details about the cost, keep reading. Do you need to remove your wisdom teeth?…

If you have suffered from a Sinus infection caused by Sinus pressure, you can tell how painful they can be. In this article, you’ll be learning how sinus pressure can cause tooth pain, how to know if your pain is caused by sinus pressure, sinus pressure relief, and when it’s necessary to see a dentist. What Is Sinus Pressure? First off, we would be identifying the sinuses to be more familiar with the topic. The sinuses are found in the…

The wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth that is developed in the mouth. It is the largest and comes with different types of complications, especially misalignment. The wisdom tooth also comes in with some signs to announce its arrival. If you are experiencing some discomfort in your mouth and you suspect that it is your wisdom teeth coming in, here is the article for you. Also, if you don’t have any clue on what a wisdom tooth is,…