Tooth decay is a common occurrence among children of all ages. Unfortunately, cavities not only lead to pain and possible tooth loss, but they also set children up for a future of oral health problems. Tooth decay contains bacteria that may spread from under teeth and into the surrounding gum tissues, which can cause inflammation and possibly an abscess. It can be challenging to figure out the best way to care for your children's teeth and gums, and as a result, many parents underestimate the importance of maintaining good dental health and the importance of routine visits to a pediatric dentist.
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Your smile is important. While it helps you eat, chew, and speak, your smile also plays a large role in your appearance and self-confidence. Therefore, you should want your smile to be both healthy and appealing. Thankfully, cosmetic bonding offers a solution that may be suited to your imperfect smile's needs. This guide and your dentist will help you understand the bonding process and how it can benefit your smile.
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If you have a severely damaged tooth that has been either broken, chipped, or cracked, then some sort of device needs to be created to protect the damaged portions of the tooth. This is where dental crowns come in. They are used to cap the tooth and to retain its strength so that the tooth does not need to be removed in the future. And, while full crowns are the most common, your dentist may decide to fit you with something called a 3/4 crown.
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