Have you been told by your dentist that you're in need of a root canal? Do the mere words "root canal" cause you to shiver with dread? While having dental work performed on your teeth is undoubtedly not fun, you may be surprised to find out that a root canal is not actually as bad as you have been thinking. To help ease your mind, here are the answers to some questions that you may have about the procedure:
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3 Prosthodontics Treatments For A Cracked Cuspid Tooth
Cupsid teeth are the pointy shaped teeth located just to the rear of the incisors. Cuspids, also called canines, start to tear the food you're chewing for the swallowing process and then pass that food to the rear teeth for grinding. A cracked cuspid tooth can be painful, make chewing more difficult, and impair your self-esteem.
There are a few different treatments for a cracked cuspid tooth depending on the severity and location of the crack.
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How To Prepare For Dental Emergencies In A Natural Disaster
If you are a person who likes to be prepared for anything, then you may be somewhat of a prepper. This is what they call a person who tries to prepare for natural disasters and other major catastrophes by making sure they have a stockpile of food, medical supplies, and other resources. One of the things you should be considered with is making sure you also add some dental care items to the stockpile.
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Two Herbs And Spices That May Whiten Teeth
Herbs and spices are primarily used to make food taste better. However, they also have a long history of being used to beautify the skin, hair, and nails. If you want to whiten your teeth but don't have the money for professional teeth whitening or are concerned about the chemicals in over-the-counter whitening products, here are two herbs and spices that may lighten and brighten your teeth.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice that's commonly used in Asian and Indian cuisine.
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