If you have braces, you know the struggle and dental wax can be your best friend. Dental wax can save the day when you have malfunctioning dental braces, a sore mouth, and visiting your orthodontist right away seems impossible. The thing is, despite how useful braces are, they can be a little bit inconvenient at...
Author: Dr. Cirenia Aparicio (Cirenia Aparicio)
Should You Still Use Amalgam Fillings to Restore Your Teeth?
You might be already familiar with dental amalgam fillings. They have been the go-to choice to repair teeth for years and years. People also often refer to these types of onlays as “silver fillings.” However, it’s not really recommended to use this term for them because it does not accurately describe what amalgam contains. Until...
What If Extra Teeth Start Popping Up? (Hyperdontia)
If you ever had the typical dream where all your teeth fall out and find it terrifying, what do you think about having too many teeth? Well, it exists, and it’s called hyperdontia. Hyperdontia is a dental disorder in which the mouth produces an excessive number of teeth. These extra teeth are referred to as...
How Can You Pull Out a Loose Tooth by Yourself?
Unexpected things happen all the time, and knowing how to pull out a tooth might come in handy at some point in your life. Whether your son or daughter suddenly go to you crying about their loose tooth or whether you find yourself one morning with pain in your mouth. Teeth can become loose for...
Why This Veneer Teeth Shaving Trend Has Dentists Extremely Concerned
Veneer teeth shaving is not like cutting your hair or doing your nails. Teeth are certainly one of the most charming features in you, but they are also pretty vulnerable to damage, and once you alter them, they won’t grow back. A while ago, many people began to share their “veneers” transformation on TikTok, and although...
9 Questions And Answers About Leukoplakia
With the purpose of helping you keep your oral health in the best shape possible, we gave ourselves the task of gathering the most frequently asked questions about leukoplakia. If you recently noticed some patches on your mouth or consume tobacco, this article will be helpful for you. You’ll learn a little bit more about...
What Is a Gingival Cyst? Causes & Symptoms
Do you have a tiny bump in your mouth? Maybe your gums are inflamed, or one of your teeth is giving you trouble. The chances are that you’re dealing with a gingival cyst. You can also get dental cysts around an impacted wisdom tooth, in the maxillary sinuses, or within the bones. These little pockets...
What Are The Bumps On the Back of My Tongue?
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