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Loose Teeth in Adults

Sometimes adult teeth may become slightly loose, which can be noticeable, especially when eating or brushing teeth. In many cases, this feeling of loosening of the teeth will get worse in the morning and then gradually intensify during the day. Sometimes the feeling of loose teeth disappears completely in the morning. If you feel your tooth is loose, you may want to ignore it, but permanent tooth loosening should never be underestimated. Tooth loosening may be a sign of a more serious illness. Preventing damage to teeth requires a long-term commitment to choosing healthy foods and maintaining good oral hygiene. Note that loose teeth can be a sign or cause of various complications in the future. Therefore, if you want to prevent loose or damaged teeth, it is very important to see a dentist regularly, brush your teeth and floss on a daily basis

The role of teeth in your general health goes far beyond your imagination. Tooth loss will not only affect your appearance, but can also be a sign of more serious illness in you. Identifying oral health problems, as well as other health-related problems, gives you a chance to recover faster and avoid future complications. Even if you did not have good oral hygiene habits in the past, you can have a fresh start today and prevent further damage to your teeth.

If you suspect that your tooth is loose, book an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.

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Is Invisalign Right For Me?

Many dentists believe that Invisilign is the best alternative for dental braces. Invisilign is popular amongst teens and adults because it is transparent and not noticeable to their peers when they are wearing them, nor does it have the potential to snag on their gums and make them bleed like the tradtional metal braces do. In fact, Invisilign has been known to progress the movement of teeth faster than the metal braces at about the same cost.

However, Invisilign is not recommended for children who still have their baby teeth, and therefore is only used on older children, teens, and most adults. Parents are advised to monitor their child’s usage of Invisalign as there is a 22 hour wear committment, and children are prone to forgetting to put the device back in once they’ve finished eating.

Your dentist will be able to determine if Invisalign is the correct method to use when it comes to straightening you or your family’s teeth. Contact your dentist today for a consultation to discuss all the options and to learn more about Invisalign.

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Why Are my Gums Sensitive?

Improper flossing, brushing too hard, infectious diseases, gum diseases, Vitamin K deficiency, hormonal changes can cause sensitive and sore gums. Gingivitis and sensitivity in the gums is usually related to how much we care about our oral hygiene. Bleeding gums while brushing, redness in gum, and inflamation are the symptoms of gum sensitivity.

Some reasons why your gums may become sensitive or inflamed include:


⦁ Smoking and chewing tobacco
⦁ Unorganized teeth
⦁ Hormonal changes during pregnancy, puberty and menopause
⦁ Cancer and cancer treatment
⦁ Alcohol
⦁ Stress
⦁ Poor nutrition
⦁ Diabetes
⦁ Some medicine
⦁ Vitamin K deficiency
⦁ Improper or lack of oral hygiene
⦁ Dry mouth or xerostomia

The following methods and symptoms are very useful in diagnosing gingivitis:


⦁ Periodontal probe
⦁ X ray
⦁ Examination of sensitive teeth
⦁ Redness, inflamation and bleeding

Contact your dentist for an appointment so they can help you figure out what has caused your gums to become sensitive.

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