Learn How To Protect Baby Teeth From Cavities

November 25, 2019

Filed under: Dentistry — Tags: baby teeth, Brampton, brampton dentist, brushing, cavities, flossing, fluoride, primary teeth, tooth decay — salvaggiodentistry @ 8:00 pm

Even before baby teeth begin to erupt, around the age of 6-10 months when the first baby tooth comes through, it is essential to start a regular oral hygiene regimen with your baby at home. It is recommended to use a damp cloth or piece of gauze to wipe your baby’s gums after bottles and before bed to remove sugars from the milk. As soon as the first baby tooth erupts, you can begin using a small toothbrush and non-fluoridated toothpaste to brush. The baby teeth will erupt between the age of 6-10 months until around 25-33 months. Baby teeth may be susceptible to cavities as soon as they break through the gum tissue into the mouth, so it is vital to have a good oral hygiene regimen.

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Learn About The Effects Of Gum Disease

November 19, 2019

Filed under: Dentistry — Tags: ANUG, ANUP, dentist, dentist brampton, gingivitis, Gum disease, gum disease prevention, periodontitis — salvaggiodentistry @ 3:38 pm

Gum disease is an umbrella term used to describe several gum issues. It includes gingivitis, which is an inflammation of the gums. The term also includes periodontitis, which is an inflammation of the bone, ligament and supporting structures of the teeth. Gum disease can also be used to describe temporary, aggressive types of gum issues such as ANUG (acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.)

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Learn About Sleep Apnea In Children

November 15, 2019

Filed under: Dentistry — Tags: brampton dentist, breathing issues, dentist brampton, mouth breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, osa, sleep apnea — salvaggiodentistry @ 5:38 pm

My child is snoring, should I be concerned?

Snoring in children is something that should be assessed by a healthcare provider. It may be innocent and related to illness or allergies if it is a rare occurrence. However, if this is a more consistent habit, it could be a symptom of something more dangerous such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

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Tooth Damaging Foods

November 12, 2019

Filed under: Dentistry — Tags: brampton dentist, food, foods to avoid for teeth, teeth, teeth-friendly foods, tooth-friendly foods — salvaggiodentistry @ 3:41 pm

While there are many foods that are great for our overall health, some caution should be exercised when consuming these foods to ensure that your teeth stay healthy for your lifetime.

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Citrus Fruits

Citrus fruit may be healthy for your body, but because of a very acidic pH level, eating lots of citrus fruits can lead to tooth erosion. Tooth erosion occurs when the acids in your mouth erode the outer layer of your teeth, known as the enamel. Tooth erosion can lead to sensitive, thin and yellowish looking teeth. Try to rinse your mouth with water after consumption of citrus fruits, and the water will wash away much of the acid from your mouth.

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Is a Crown Necessary for My Child’s Baby Tooth?

November 4, 2019

Filed under: Dentistry — Tags: brampton dentist, dental crown, dental filling, Dentist in Brampton, kids teeth, primary teeth, temporary crown — salvaggiodentistry @ 7:26 pm

Why would my child’s tooth need a crown?

There are several reasons why your dentist might recommend placing a crown on your child’s tooth. The main reason is if the cavity on the tooth is large. Baby teeth are not just smaller versions of adult teeth. They have thinner layers of enamel, the protective outer layer. A thinner layer means that a cavity can grow and affect the nerve of the tooth faster than it could in an adult tooth. Once a cavity gets close to the nerve, it will likely need nerve treatment, often called a “baby root canal” this is not as invasive as an adult root canal, but it does leave the tooth weaker and more prone to breakage if not protected. Cavities often occur on more than one surface of a tooth, so instead of placing multiple fillings on one tiny tooth, a crown would cover all of the surfaces. The crown will protect the tooth from future decay and breakage.

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