Smiles Of La Mesa Family Cosmetic And Implant Dentistry

Dentures are false teeth fabricated to replace teeth you have lost. You can choose between complete dentures or partial dentures.

Most people do not care much for their gums. In fact, periodontal disease is relatively unknown to most patients as they think that they are only supposed to care for their teeth. Unfortunately, the health of you periodontium is very important for the preservation of teeth. The periodontium refers to the structures in the mouth that function to support the teeth and the gums, the periodontal ligaments, the cementum, and the alveolar bone. These structures have to remain healthy because together they provide stability for the teeth within the jaw bone. A few symptoms of a possible periodontal problem are bleeding and receding gums.

When a tooth becomes attacked by bacteria, it can affect the hard tissue of the teeth and eat it away. Normally, a simple restorative filling should be enough to resolve this issue, but when the infection has gone beyond what traditional fillings are able to address, a root canal should be appropriate. Root canal procedures are dental treatments that save decayed teeth before becoming infected. In order to properly ensure that the tooth is saved, so that the tooth does not have to be pulled out, the cavity of the nerve and the pulp is cleaned out and sealed.

There are numerous reasons why a tooth extraction may become necessary, although degenerative tooth decay is by far the most common cause. Plaque-generating bacteria, genetic makeups which increase susceptibility to cavities, and natural wear as a result of advanced age are all primary causes of tooth decay. A tooth extraction procedure may be chosen if one’s baby teeth did not completely fall out, thus blocking the permanent teeth which grew in afterward. Those who have more teeth than normal, a fractured or severely damaged tooth, or those with periodontal disease may also be recommended for a tooth extraction.

Wisdom tooth extraction is the pulling out or extraction of the wisdom tooth or third molar. This tooth erupts between the age of 17-25 yrs. old when the person is in late teens or early youth.

If you are in severe pain right now because of your cracked/chipped tooth, your crown, or feeling a numb sensation and a severe toothache because of your wisdom tooth that is impacted, then worry no more– call us at Smiles of La Mesa for a quick and an effective way of treating dental emergency cases!

The most important visits that a patient pays to his dentist is the first visit and the one’s that he schedules on a regular basis. It is reminded of everyone that regular visits to the dentist should be scheduled every 6 months or at least once a year, for routine dental exam or teeth cleaning. This is essential if you want to maintain the health, quality, and beauty of your teeth.

There are three essential steps to perfected dental home care to maintain your beautiful set of teeth and good oral health. Reviewing these steps with your dentist is great to make sure you keep a good daily practice of caring for your teeth.

The natural anatomy of the teeth includes an occlusal table with deep grooves and fissures. These offer a perfect breeding ground for bacteria to grow and if you want to be able to protect your teeth from tooth decay, dental sealants can be used to seal these areas and ensure that when chewing, food and bacteria does not infiltrate the tooth. Bacteria can penetrate into the hard tissues of the teeth and spread infection. By applying coatings of sealant on the occlusal surfaces of the teeth, you provide a protective covering on the teeth that will help preserve the health of your smile.

Digital X-Ray or digital radiography is the most efficient and up to date way to take your dental X-rays. Digital X-ray can be taken inside and outside the mouth, for the most effective use of determining a prognosis when visiting your dentist. Instead of film, the x-ray now utilizes electronic sensors to take an image for an almost immediate preview.