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… Condition Basics What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is damage that occurs when germs …
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… Overview Tooth decay and cavities are caused by bacteria … away the outer protective layer (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these …
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… Surgery Overview Tooth extraction is the complete removal of a tooth, from the part of the tooth that you can … are in the jawbone. Damage caused by tooth decay is the most common reason for a tooth's …
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… Condition Basics What is an abscessed tooth? An abscessed tooth is an infection in or around the tooth. … to the tooth, an untreated cavity (tooth decay), or gum disease can cause an abscessed …
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… as: Pain or jaw stiffness near an impacted tooth. Pain or irritation from a tooth coming in at an awkward angle and … the gum. Crowding of other teeth. Tooth decay or gum disease if there isn't enough …
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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 … only partially come in. Gum disease and tooth decay in the wisdom tooth, which may be harder …
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… to keep them healthy. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth decay refers to the development of …
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… to an amount that will help protect against tooth decay. In Canada, the recommended amount of … their community. How does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Fluoride protects teeth when they …
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… that are forceful enough to knock out a tooth may also damage other teeth or other … the mouth, gums, lips, or cheeks. A permanent tooth can sometimes be put back into its … The best results occur if a dentist puts the tooth back in the socket within 30 minutes. …
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… Overview A chip or break in a tooth may occur suddenly with an injury or … wear and tear. A chip, crack, or break in the tooth enamel is less serious than one to a deeper layer of your tooth . A chip may result from grinding the …
