Do you feel a sharp and intense pain when you bite down on you food?
Do your gums bleed when you brush your teeth?
Do you have a loose tooth?
If you are one of the unlucky individuals dealing with any of the above issues, you should stop feeling so down in the dumps about it. What you are dealing with it are normal oral health issues that you can conveniently address before they get worse.
People who detect oral health issues early on will have a better chance at maintaining good oral health and preserving their teeth. If you never want to lose that beautiful and sparkly smile of yours, here is what you need to do if you encounter any of the following most common dental issues:
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Intense Tooth Pain when You Eat Food
People who feel a sharp pain when they eat their food most likely will have a case cavities or tooth decay. The bacteria in your mouth has caused your holes in your teeth and they are causing you pain.
Before the bacteria have a chance to infect your teeth even more, you should make an appointment with your family dentist. Your dentist will fill your teeth with porcelain fillings to prevent tooth decay and prevent its spread to other areas of your mouth.
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Yellow Stained Teeth
If your teeth have suddenly started to turn a shade of yellow, do not worry, as your oral health is not at risk. Coffee, tea, sodas, and acidic foods are responsible for turning your teeth yellow. In order to get the natural color of your teeth back, you can visit your family dentist for a teeth whitening procedure.
Before you know it, your dentist will provide you with a shining and beautiful smile. Once you have your smile back, you should avoid eating foods that may cause your teeth to become yellow again. If your teeth are any other color than yellow such as patchy or dark, it is an indication for cavities or other oral health conditions are present.
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Mouth Sores
Mouth sores are terrible, as they come and go. They can be painful and embarrassing. Mouth sores occur in people with the habit of indulging in citrus fruits and can be caused by stress, vitamin deficiencies, hormones, and injuries as well. They can form on your lips and contain fluids. They can takes weeks to heal and if you have one, you should not share utensils or your glass with anyone, as they are contagious. Go to your dentist for an oral health screening in case it turns out to be something else.
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Loose Teeth
If one of your teeth has become loose or chipped, you could be suffering from an advanced stage of gum disease. You should make an appointment with your family dentist immediately. Gum disease occurs in people who do not follow a proper oral health routine. Make sure to brush your teeth after meals and floss your teeth at least one time each day.
If you are concerned about your oral health, make an appointment with Village Park Family Dental today!