Wisdom Tooth Pain The mouth of an average person is made to hold only 28 teeth. It can be painful to fit 32 teeth in a mouth that can only hold 28 teeth. Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes…
Why Undergo a Dental Examination It is important to see a dentist regularly as any potential dental problem may be seen before it can cause more damage to your mouth, and for suitable action or treatment to be taken. During dental examinations: The dentist will check your teeth for cavities; dental decay could possibly appear…
What to Do After a Tooth Extraction? In preparing for a tooth extraction, anticipate one big thing, pain and controlling that pain. If a tooth has been broken or damaged by decay, your dentist will try to fix it with a filling, crown or other treatment. Sometimes, though, there’s too much damage for the tooth…
Things You Need to Know About Dental Crowns Dental crowns are probably one of the most well known dental restoration procedures available. It is done by encapsulating the tooth that happens to be beyond repair. For instance, if it’s quite impossible to repair a severe decayed tooth, and you don’t want to remove the tooth’s…
How to Prevent Teeth Discoloration We really can’t resist the delightful aroma of coffee, tea and soda. The sweet taste of candy and chocolate is really addictive and we just can’t stop until the last bite. After eating that delicious chocolate filled cake, we are worried that our teeth might get stained and discolored. We…
Adult Medicaid Dental Care Reinstated in Michigan! Good news for Michigan! Per the Medical Services Administration Bulletin MSA 10-47, Medicaid dental care reinstatement went into effect October 1, 2010. Dental coverage is once again consistent with the level provided as of October 1, 2002: Routine examinations Prophylaxis Restorations Dentures Some services may be subject to…
