Teeth are a small but functional part of our bodies. Taking care of your teeth is a significant part of personal hygiene and general healthy habits to be practiced daily. Taking care of your teeth is simple. You have to brush them every day. Some people brush twice a day and some even floss twice a day. It is recommended by the Dental Hygiene Canada that you brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day.
If you do not practice dental hygiene, you might get cavities which are holes in your tooth that can be very painful. You should also take caution if you are a person with a sweet tooth. Overeating sugary foods like sweets can also lead to cavities. There are other serious dental problems such as oral cancer, TMJ or temporomandibular joints disorder, ectodermal dysplasia, Dentinogenesis Imperfecta, and Amelogenesis. Some people are born with these diseases, while other can develop these problems over time as you age, and need more complex dental procedures such as a full mouth restoration. Even something as simple as the way your bite fits together, which may seem insignificant when you’re younger, can overtime lead to severe tooth wear, cracked or broken teeth and if neglected for too long can require a full-mouth restoration.
Full mouth restoration is the process of replacing or reconstructing all, or many, the teeth in your mouth. The procedure can sometimes involve a team of experts, including orthodontists, periodontists, endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists. However, at Everes Dentistry Dr. Alex is able to treat most patients in the comfort and convenience of under one roof. Dr. Alex is able to plan your full mouth restoration from start to finish that considers all aspects of your oral health in the planning process, to ensure successful results. A full mouth restoration procedure is not for everyone, but you will qualify if you have multiple missing teeth, severely decayed teeth, broken or cracked teeth, and bruxism. Bruxism is the habit of grinding your teeth.
It is advisable that you visit the nearest dental clinic to know for sure if you need full mouth restoration. This process can be very invasive as some patients require replacement of certain parts of the oral cavity. In such a case, the patient might need dental implants, bridges, veneers, crowns, among other dental restorative treatments. A dentist will have to examine the following to see if you need a full mouth restoration procedure.
- Teeth: The extent of damage on your teeth is what will determine the type of treatment you will be given. The dentist here will be looking for any decayed, cracked, short or long teeth, and any shaky teeth. Your problem might be fixable by crowning or porcelain veneers treatment.
- Gum tissues: Gum disease is also known as periodontal disease. Conventional treatments for gum disease include scaling and root planning. In more severe cases such as irregular bone density, excessive or less gum tissue might require you to go for a full mouth restoration.
- Temporomandibular Joints disorder: The temporomandibular joint is the joint that links the jaw to the temporal bones of the skull that are in front of the ears. This is the joint that makes it possible for you to chew, talk, and all other jaw movements. TMJ disorders can cause pain and damage to your teeth. Jaw pain is one of the symptoms of TMJ disorder if you are currently experiencing this visit a dentist immediately.
- Esthetics: The relationship between your teeth and face in terms of shape, color, size, and proportion. How do your teeth appear from each side of your face? A dentist has to take into consideration these factors.
Other things such as mouth and Jaw x-rays will also be needed to see the extent of damage and to guide the team of dentists that will perform the treatment.
Even if you weren’t born with dental problems, as you age dental problems and dental diseases can develop. From daily oral health habits and eating habits to jaw position and bite, there are many factors that effect your mouth and teeth. Over time these problems can develop and cause even worse problems for your health. It’s never too late to restore your smile, and it is never too soon to start creating good oral health habits. According to the Canadian Dental Association, simple habits like waiting 20-30 minutes after eating before brushing your teeth can make a huge difference. Maintain your perfect smile by practicing simple dental hygiene and health habits daily.
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