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… Toothache and Gum Problems On this page: Overview Health … Check Your Symptoms Overview Toothaches and gum problems are common. But you can usually … regular brushing, flossing, and good nutrition. Look for toothpastes that have been approved by the Canadian Dental …
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… easiest way to keep them healthy. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth decay refers to the development of cavities in … of age. Once your child has teeth, they are at risk for tooth decay. Many things cause tooth decay, including the …
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… supplemented to an amount that will help protect against tooth decay. In Canada, the recommended amount of fluoride … supply through their community. How does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Fluoride protects teeth when they first appear … and decay. It also helps to repair the earliest stages of tooth decay. Where can fluoridation occur? Fluoridation can …
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… swelling, and tenderness around the gums of the erupting tooth. Babies may bite on their fingers or toys to help … These symptoms usually begin about 3 to 5 days before a tooth erupts, and they disappear as soon as the tooth breaks through the gum. Other babies do not show any …
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… Teeth may be injured during a fall or a sport activity. A tooth may be knocked out (avulsed). You may be able to replace a permanent tooth in its socket (reimplant) if it has been knocked out … aid and dental care are needed right away when a permanent tooth has been knocked out. An injury could crack, chip, or …
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… piece of clean cloth between the wound and the teeth. After tooth extraction by a health professional, follow any … piece of clean cloth between the wound and the teeth. After tooth extraction by a health professional, follow any …
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… the swelling and tenderness at the site of the erupting tooth. These symptoms usually begin about 3 to 5 days before a tooth erupts and then go away as soon as it breaks the skin. … usually known as "baby teeth." Usually, the first primary tooth comes in (erupts) at about 6 months of age, although …
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… a cap) fits over and replaces the entire part of a decayed tooth above the gum line. It encases the tooth and becomes the tooth's new outer surface. You may need two or more visits …
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… dentist uses to fill a cavity after the dentist removes any tooth decay . To fill a tooth, your dentist will numb (freeze) the area, drill out … silver, and tin or other metals. Composite resins are tooth-coloured fillings. Composite resin is easier than gold …
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… sugars in food to make acids. These acids can damage the tooth's surface and cause tooth decay. The sealant is put on the chewing surfaces of … back teeth (molars). These teeth are more likely to develop tooth decay because food and bacteria easily get stuck in …
