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What are the white spots on my teeth? |
Posted on 8/22/2022 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| An acidic or sugary diet, poor oral hygiene, tooth injury, or specific drugs are a few factors that might result in white spots on teeth. White spots may still develop on your teeth even if you take excellent care of them by brushing and flossing them twice daily and visiting the dentist frequently. It is crucial to figure out why you have white spots on your teeth so you can get the proper treatment and avoid more significant oral health problems, like tooth decay and tooth loss, in the future. The possible causes of white spots on teeth are below: Diet Too much consumption of acidic meals might develop white spots on the teeth. This is because very acidic meals erode tooth enamel. This protective coating shields your teeth from harm. A high-sugar diet also results in the production of acidic plaque, which can damage enamel. Sodas and certain fruits, including lemons, oranges, and grapefruit, are acidic meals and beverages. Acid reflux, which creates acid in the stomach,... Read more... |
Does a Dentist Perform Deep Cleaning? |
Posted on 8/8/2022 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| Dentists carry out various procedures on their patients. Among the common services offered by most dentists is dental cleaning. There are two types of dental cleaning. We have the regular cleaning, where all people are advised to have general dental cleaning twice a year. On the other hand, we have what is known as deep cleaning. What Does Deep Cleaning Entail Also known as scaling or planing, deep cleaning goes beyond the regular removal of dirt from within teeth. The dentist cleanses beneath the gum in this approach to get rid of plaque and other types of dirt that may lead to gum disease. This means that failure to undergo deep cleaning may invite gum disease. Does Deep Cleaning Hurt? Deep cleaning involves the aggressive removal of dirt from beneath the gum. Since your dentist will be removing dirt from beneath the gum, there is a chance that you may feel some discomfort. Thankfully, dentists administer local anesthesia to the area to be operated upon to numb it.... Read more... |
Things To Remember When Having A Dental Appointment |
Posted on 7/18/2022 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| Some individuals find that going to the dentist is a very nerve-wracking experience. To our good fortune, the anticipation is usually more distressing than the actual event itself. Whatever the case, there are a few things that everyone needs to do before heading to their appointment at the dentist. It is a gift to have access to dental care, and your dentist is there to assist you in any way. Our general well-being, as well as our quality of life, is directly influenced by our oral health. Make sure you have all relevant facts before moving forward with anything. Even though some offices have texting and emailing systems, you must phone the office at least 24 hours in advance to confirm an appointment. Verify that you have the correct address written down and understand how to get there. There is nothing more humiliating than, for instance, turning up at the previous location of your dentist. Confirm What Services You Require Before Visiting Your Dentist Is the... Read more... |
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