Temecula Dentists Describe Toothaches and How to Relieve Them

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Toothaches have so many possible causes. Some are obvious, involving direct injury or infection of the tooth in question. Other problems near the teeth can mimic toothaches, such as sinus infections and deviated septums. Today, your Temecula dentists at the Oasis Family Dental will explain some potential causes of toothaches, and an unusual potential pain relief.

Common Toothache Causes

Cavities can be tiny and symptom free, or deep and well into the roots of your teeth. Bacteria are in your mouth by the thousands, and all sorts of infections can occur to teeth and gum tissues. Tooth abscesses happen when infection goes too far and is localized in one spot that resembles a pimple on your gums. Gingivitis (early gum disease) usually has no symptoms of physical (more…)

Strep Throat? Should You Throw Away Your Toothbrush?

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Everyone knows the discomfort of dreading every single swallow when you have a terrible, piercing, stabbing sore throat. Common wisdom dictates that you should throw your toothbrush away (or replace your electric toothbrush head) if you’ve had a significant illness. The fact is, bacteria can grow on toothbrushes. However, one particularly unpleasant illness – strep throat – was recently studied, and to the surprise of scientists, dentists, and probably your own well-meaning mother, you probably don’t need to replace a toothbrush after a bout with strep. Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group, will tell you more about this fascinating research. (more…)

You’ve Chipped a Tooth? Riverside, CA Dentist Gives Advice

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There are many different ways that you can chip a tooth. Accidents happen. You might get hit by an external source at such a high velocity that your tooth can’t withstand the impact. You may bite down on something hard at just the wrong angle. If your teeth are not healthy, and suffer from internal decay, you’ll be at an even higher risk for breaking a tooth. If this should happen, your Riverside, CA dentists at Riverside Dental Group can help repair the problem. (more…)

Temecula Dentists Answer Question: What is a Prosthodontist?

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Did you know that losing one single tooth could lead to more? Over time, if you don’t replace the tooth, not only can your other teeth drift and shift out of place, causing a crooked or misaligned smile, but your jawbone can begin to deteriorate at the site of the missing tooth. Your roots signal minerals and vitamins to be sent to that area of jawbone so no tooth means diminished density. The specialty in dentistry that focuses on replacing missing teeth is prosthodontics. Your Temecula dentists will tell you more about how we can help our patients restore their smiles. (more…)

Fresh Breath for Mother’s Day from Riverside Dentists

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at Riverside Dental Group will offer you some tips on attaining breath that your mother can be proud of.

Dental Self-Care for Good Breath

One of the simplest ways to solve certain bad breath problems is by simply improving oral hygiene. Gum disease and tooth decay can both cause bad breath as bacteria infect the tissues of your mouth and multiply in the warm, moist environment. Keeping your mouth clean and healthy may (more…)

Oral Health for Children: A Focus of Temecula Dentists

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Do you have any exciting tales of losing your tooth as a child? Did you ever have a trusted relative attempt to tie your tooth to a doorknob and slam the door to aid in the final extraction? Perhaps your grandpa would say, “let me wiggle that tooth” and then fool you by yanking it out. How could you be upset? It didn’t hurt, and now you would be getting a visit from the tooth fairy.

Losing teeth can be a very exciting occasion for a young child, but along with these changes should come regular preventive dental care for your little one. There is more to losing teeth than a dollar under the pillow. at the Oasis Family Dental will talk more about the oral health of our littlest patients. (more…)