There are several reasons for pulling teeth. Your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction because of: severe decay or trauma to alleviate crowding to remove a baby tooth so the permanent tooth can emerge to remove problematic wisdom teeth periodontal (gum) disease to facilitate dentures The most common reason for a tooth extraction is severe
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Cookies and candy canes, hot cocoa and pie, tins filled with fudge and brightly-wrapped sweets. We love the holidays, even if our waistlines do not. Unfortunately, the season of snacking can also affect our teeth. Here are five easy ways you can make sure you’re still smiling when January rolls around. Brush after eating berry
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A patient came in with severe gum recession where the root was exposed in front of one tooth. It didn’t hurt; it just looked strange and she wanted to know if it was a problem. Normally, the teeth have adequate gum tissue to cover the roots, which should be embedded in bone. There is a
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