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… younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome, a rare but serious disease. Don't … younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome, a rare but serious disease. Don't …
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… tooth that has only partially come in. Gum disease and tooth decay in the wisdom tooth, … tooth that has only partially come in. Gum disease and tooth decay in the wisdom tooth, …
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… break through your gums. Some dentists and oral surgeons think it's best to have impacted … wisdom teeth looked at. Some dentists and oral surgeons think it's best to have impacted … that lets you sleep during the procedure. An oral surgeon or your dentist will open the …
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… to break through the gums (erupt) at about 6 months of age. This is called teething . Teeth … of the mouth. Lower teeth often appear 1 to 2 months before the corresponding upper teeth. A … teeth should come in between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. Girls' teeth come in a …
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… a condition such as xerostomia or Sjögren's syndrome , by taking certain medicines, or by … a condition such as xerostomia or Sjögren's syndrome , by taking certain medicines, or by …
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… by tooth decay is the most common reason for a tooth's extraction. Other reasons for removing a tooth include infection or … afterward. The dentist may give you medicine for pain. The pain should steadily decrease in …
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… later development of the permanent tooth. Your child will need to be checked by a … in place. Hold the tooth in the socket with your finger during transport. An adult or … tongue, being careful not to swallow it. A young child should not be expected to do this. …
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… Condition Basics What is an abscessed tooth? An abscessed tooth is an infection in or around the tooth. It can be very painful. If the …
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… to increase the chances of saving the tooth. Root canal treatment or a restoration may be … to increase the chances of saving the tooth. Root canal treatment or a restoration may be …
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… when the teeth touch each other. Take good care of your own teeth and gums. Saliva … when the teeth touch each other. Take good care of your own teeth and gums. Saliva …
