Teeth Symptoms

Types of Dental X-rays
... There are two main types of dental x-rays: intraoral (meaning the x-ray film is inside the mouth) and extraoral (meaning the x-ray film is outside the mouth). Intraoral x-rays are the most common type...

Teeth Prevention

Sealants
... Sealants are a thin, plastic coating that are painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually the back teeth (the premolars, and molars) – to prevent tooth decay. The painted on liquid sealant qui...

Fluoride
... What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water. How does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Every day, minerals are added to and lost from a tooth’s enamel layer thro...

Teeth Support

Oral Health and Cardiovascular Diseases
... Is there a link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease? Various researchers and government agencies continue to investigate the possible relationship between periodontal disease and ca...

Hormones and Oral Health
... Women have an increased sensitivity to oral health problems because of the unique hormonal changes they experience. These hormonal changes not only affect the blood supply to the gum tissue, but also ...

Teeth Other

Your Diet and Oral Health
... To prevent cavities and maintain good oral health, your diet – what you eat and how often you eat – are important factors. Changes in your mouth start the minute you eat certain foods. Bacteria in the...

Teeth Eruption Timetable
... Primary teeth eruption chart The following chart shows when primary teeth (also called baby teeth or deciduous teeth) erupt and shed. It’s important to note that eruption times can vary from child to ...