What Is Pregnancy Gingivitis?
Do you know that it is possible for a dentist in Minneapolis MN to tell if you are pregnant, even if you yourself are not aware of it? This is because when a woman gets pregnant, she starts to produce more hormones such as estrogen and progesterone to help her deal with the physical demands of the unborn child, most especially fluid retention. This fluid retention can cause gum swelling. Pregnancy gingivitis can develop soon after because a person whose gums are swollen tend to slack off from proper oral hygiene because of the tenderness and sensitivity of the gums. Brushing and flossing is...
Read MoreCan I change all my silver fillings to tooth colored?
Yes, you can change your silver fillings except most dentists in Minneapolis who have your best interests in mind, will not recommend this to you. One reason for this is the cost. It would be quite expensive to have all your amalgam fillings replaced, if you have several. If it’s only a question of one or two, then this reason becomes moot and academic. A second reason why you can defer replacement is trauma to your teeth with the silver fillings. Replacement to tooth colored filling will mean drilling and this can cause unnecessary damage. Why fix something that is not broken? Third, if...
Read MoreWhat Is A “Missing Tooth Clause” In Insurance?
If you are contemplating dental insurance, you will most likely come across the “missing tooth clause.” It kind of sounds like the “Santa clause” in the movie of Tim Allen, and in fact, there is a slight similarity. The missing tooth clause is a protective clause for insurance companies against claims for tooth repair that was not covered under the insurance plan. The only tooth repair that will be covered by insurance is if the damage happens during the time of the coverage. It’s basic just like auto insurance will only cover for damages sustained during the period you insured the...
Read MoreWhat Is Decay?
Decay is what happens when your tooth structure is invaded and plagued by plaque. Plaque is a sticky film that sticks to your teeth, an acid full of bacteria, sugar and starch, and eats away at your tooth structure. The human body though was designed to prevent plaque build-up even without brushing and flossing. In the 2007 report of the Australian Dental Association, mention was made of the research of Dr. Ralph Steinman who, in the 1960s, discovered that the body naturally produces tissue fluid that prevents decay. However, this tissue fluid production is dependent on two things: stress...
Read MoreWhat Is A Prosthodontist?
There is more to dentistry than general dentistry. A person can study dentistry and then proceed to 3 more years of study to specialize in one branch of dentistry. These specializations include becoming an orthodontist, endodontists, periodontists, oral surgeon, pedodontists, and Prosthodontists. There are 9 branches of specializations in dentistry. With Prosthodontists, there is even a requirement for taking qualifying exams after every 8 years. One of the reasons for this is because the prosthodontist needs to keep up with advances in technology and research. A prosthodontist is mainly...
Read MoreWhat Is An Implant And How Do I Know If I Need One?
If you have lost a permanent tooth, you do not have to resign yourself to a life with a missing tooth. You can get a bridge or replacement tooth. It used to be for a dentists in Minneapolis to be able to use a bridge, there should be neighboring teeth on both sides to support the artificial tooth. Today, with implants, you don’t need to rely on neighboring teeth. Just as the term implies, an implant is literally planting a device inside your gums to support the replacement tooth or teeth. This device is you look at pictures almost looks like a screw with a tooth at one end. It is a major...
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