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… Condition Basics What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is damage that occurs when … growing. If you don't get treatment, your cavities could get worse and your tooth could … Tooth Decay … growing. If you don't get treatment, your cavities could get worse and your tooth could …
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… Overview Tooth decay and cavities are caused by bacteria … the outer protective layer (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young … Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children … Overview Tooth decay and cavities are caused by bacteria eating away the …
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… Condition Basics What is an abscessed tooth? An abscessed tooth is an infection in or … to the tooth, an untreated cavity (tooth decay), or gum disease can cause an abscessed … a dry mouth. It can put you at risk for cavities and infections. Related Information …
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… dentist will open up the gum tissue over the tooth and take out any bone that is covering the tooth. The dentist will separate the tissue … partially come in. Gum disease and tooth decay in the wisdom tooth, which may be harder …
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… the proper position. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth decay refers … the proper position. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth decay refers …
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… Practicing basic dental care: Prevents tooth decay . Prevents gum (periodontal) disease . … dental X-rays? Dental X-rays can identify cavities, bone disease, and infections and help … dental X-rays? Dental X-rays can identify cavities, bone disease, and infections and help …
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… fill a cavity after the dentist removes any tooth decay . To fill a tooth, your dentist will numb … materials that dentists often use for small cavities or cavities between teeth. Some … materials that dentists often use for small cavities or cavities between teeth. Some …
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… fluoride in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves oral health. Fluoride is … to an amount that will help protect against tooth decay. In Canada, the recommended amount of … fluoride in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves oral health. Fluoride is …
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… mouth, and jaw. X-ray pictures can show cavities, hidden dental structures (such as … view. These X-rays are used to check for decay between the teeth and to show how well … Periapical. These X-rays show the entire tooth, from the exposed crown to the end of the …
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… Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay and dental cavities . It may be added to local water … Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay and dental cavities . It may be added to local water …
