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Dental Crowns And Bridges 101: The Ultimate Guide

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A single bridge (pontics) might have three or more linked crowns. It can be affixed to the supporting teeth using dental cement or installed on jaw-mounted implants.  However, to create room for the new crowns, the dentist might need to bend or scrape away some enamel from the neighboring teeth. Also, they will employ sedation dentistry to help you undergo the treatment without any discomfort. Ceramic and porcelain materials are the most popular choices because they can readily match the natural colour of other teeth. What is the longevity of dental crowns and bridges? Although dental bridges and crowns often last a lifetime, this is not always the case with the proper dental care, your teeth should last a lifetime. Unfortunately, there are still several ways for teeth to get damaged, including decay, trauma, or illness. Additionally, you may lose one or two teeth over time as you age. However, some patients with cracked, chipped, or decaying teeth may no longer benefit from routine

Everything To Know About Root Canal Infection

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Dental root canals are a common dental infection. Should you be concerned about root canal infection? Can a root canal infection be completely cured with root canal treatment ? Does the treatment have any potential side effects? This article will answer your questions regarding root canal infection and treatment. So, let's get started without wasting a moment. What is a root canal infection? The enamel, the outermost and hardest layer of our teeth, is followed by the dentin, the next softer and more porous layer, and the pulp, which is the deepest layer.  The pulp is a group of tissues and blood vessels that feed and maintain the health of your tooth. A root canal infection will develop when your teeth decay or suffer trauma. This injury enables harmful germs to penetrate your tooth's roots and reach the pulp. The germs will spread to other oral regions after the pulp infection. Moreover, the germs spread quickly once they infect the pulp and can cause abscesses, gum infections