Dental Problems

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Bad Breath

While having bad breath is quite a common issue, many people spend a lot of money on products that treat the symptoms rather than its causes. Bad breath is usually caused by bacteria and food decay particles staying on the gums, tongue, and in between the teeth. These types of symptoms can be solved with a daily oral hygiene regimen, which includes brushing and flossing.

Other conditions can also cause bad breath, such as eating garlic or onions or smoking. Some even worse causes can be stomach, sinus or respiratory symptoms. Your overall health can dictate which of these triggers are affecting you, however it is important to prioritize having a basic oral hygiene routine.

Cavities and Tooth Decay

Tooth decay occurs when plaque starts to build up on one’s teeth. Plaque is made of food and bacteria and can form harmful acids that break down tooth enamel and lead to cavities. If these are not quickly treated, they can worsen and may result in the need of root canal surgery.

In order to prevent such decay from occurring, you must follow a regular oral hygiene routine that includes flossing, brushing and rinsing with fluoride as well as maintaining a healthy diet. To stimulate saliva production between brushings, chewing sugarless gum can be used as an additional strategy.

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Baby bottle tooth decay occurs when babies drink breast milk or certain juices. The sugary substances in these liquids form pools inside a baby’s mouth. When combined with saliva, it can lead to early stages of tooth decay and could also potentially hinder the development of future teeth.

Some prevention methods are as follows:

1Encourage your toddler to drink from a cup as early as possible

2Don’t share saliva with the baby

3Wipe the baby’s gums with a clean damp cloth after feeding

4Use a tiny amount of fluoride toothpaste once the child’s teeth start to come in

5Avoid putting juice or any flavoured water in the baby’s bottle

6Make sure pacifiers are always clean

Gum Disease

Gum disease, medically known as gingivitis, is generally caused from a long-term exposure to plaque, which is a build up of bacteria and food particles. This build-up leads to an infection of the gums and can start with early symptoms such as bad breath, painful or swollen gums, or minor bleeding after brushing or flossing. If these symptoms are not quickly addressed, the gums can separate from the teeth over time and create more opportunity for the infection to spread. While it is avoidable, gingivitis can cause a loss of teeth for many adults. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can also contribute to some of the triggers. It is important to see your dentist if any of these symptoms prevail.

Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a habit that is generally viewed as harmless and a result of stress or anxiety. However, over a long period of time bruxism can severely damage your jaw and your teeth. It causes abrasion to the surfaces of your teeth and over time, the wear and tear can prematurely age the teeth and the issues that come with that, such as hypersensitivity. One can also get jaw and facial pain as well as headaches. Keep an eye out for symptoms such as a sore jaw or if your teeth look worn down. Your tongue could also have small dents in it. The overall issue of bruxism can be somewhat treated by wearing a small appliance while sleeping. Another option is to engage in various tongue exercises to help with alignment.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth come into the back corners of the adult mouth and unfortunately cause many people significant pain. Often it is because the new teeth push on the existing teeth and cause crowding, improper bites, and other issues. The main solution for painful wisdom teeth is to have them removed. If they are painful and left inside the mouth they can become impacted, which means that they can get stuck below the gums and cause many further problems. These issues can be very harmful to your overall oral health and must be addressed at the onset of pain or inflammation.