Traditionally, dentists would remove wisdom teeth because it was assumed that these teeth served no real purpose and often complicated the way a patient chews. At least, that was the conventional wisdom of the time. Here are the modern thoughts on why you should try to keep your wisdom teeth instead of having them surgically extracted (removed).
Wisdom Teeth Help You Keep Your Airway Open
As wisdom teeth erupt, they help your mouth open wider and widen the open space to your throat and airway.
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There are a number of reasons why certain foods and drinks can damage your teeth. Some contain acids that can wear away the enamel; others that are hard and cause the teeth to break or chip. Water is the best choice for good oral health, but life cannot be supported by water alone.
Ice
Water is essential for good health and as a beverage; it's ideal since it has no additives or sugar.
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If you have a toothache, there are multiple ways to treat it. You can use over-the-counter oral analgesic gels that can be placed directly onto the inflamed tooth. However, you can also use natural home remedies. Here are a few of them:
Salt and Pepper
Salt and pepper are not just used to season your favorite foods. They can also be paired to decrease the amount of discomfort associated with a toothache.
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If you have cosmetic problems with your teeth that you are looking to fix, all hope is not lost. Dental veneers are a treatment that is still relatively new, but can transform the look of existing teeth with ease. Since the technique has not been along that long, it is not fully understood like more basic dental procedures. Here are three questions you may have about veneers, which will help you better understand if they are the right choice to fix your teeth.
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Are you like many people who are terrified of the dentist? Do you imagine the large chair, the bright fluorescent lights, and the whirring of dental drills with utter distress? Well, with today's modern, advanced technology, dental treatments have come a long way in terms of comfort. Going to the dentist no longer has to be a scary ordeal that will leave you emotionally scarred for days. Sedation dentistry could be your saving grace.
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