It's not uncommon in contact sports for chipped and broken teeth to occur, especially in games such as Aussie rules football and rugby. Whilst gum shields may protect the teeth to a certain degree, they cannot always prevent impact cracks, yet they're still one of the best defences against this problem. Cracked teeth can present all sorts of issues, as it's easy for them to become infected with bacteria, leading to internal issues within the enamel itself.
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If you use a retainer, you should already know how important it is to keep it clean. Bacteria can develop on the surface, which will put your oral health in jeopardy while also causing bad breath. Your orthodontist should have let you know how to clean the retainer, but some people still make mistakes while doing so. Here are four of the most common errors and why you should avoid them.
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Whitening gels are a great way to keep your pearly whites looking as pearly white as possible. The only downside is that the effects don't last forever, and most patients tend to reapply the gel every six months or so in order to keep their smile looking beautiful. The length of time between treatments can depend a lot on your own habits; for example, drinking three cups of black coffee or smoking a packet of cigarettes each day is probably going to mean that you need to reapply the gel on a more regular basis.
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Traditional methods of treating acute cases of receding gums use a tissue graft from a healthy part of the gum or mouth to cover the exposed roots of the teeth. This procedure involves cutting away a section of tissue. As well as being painful, this treatment requires an extended period of recovery. Another drawback of the traditional treatment for receding gums is that it can only repair a few teeth at a time, meaning that if the problem was widespread, a patient might have to undergo several operations.
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Are your
dentures
feeling loose? There are two main ways to make your dentures fit better. If they are slightly loosening, you could make do with a simple adhesive. However, if they are really starting to lose their fit, it may be time to think about getting them relined. These useful guidelines will help you decide which method is best for you.
Denture Adhesives
These work well on dentures that still fit relatively well but are slightly loosening.
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