Si tiene un diente gravemente dañado o con caries o una infección dental grave (absceso), podemos recomendarle un tratamiento de conducto. Los tratamientos de conducto se utilizan para reparar y salvar el diente en lugar de extraerlo. ¿Qué implica la reparación del conducto radicular? La pulpa es un tejido blando dentro del diente que contiene […]
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Cavities, or tooth decay, is the destruction of your tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth. It can be a problem for children, teens and adults. Plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, constantly forms on your teeth. When you eat or drink foods containing sugars, the bacteria in plaque produce acids that attack
If you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist, you’re not alone. Perhaps you’re scared the visit might hurt or you haven’t been in a while and not sure what the dentist will find. Whatever your reason, the right dental team will make sure your dental and your emotional health are taken
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Composite resins, or tooth-colored fillings, provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small- to mid-size fillings that need to withstand moderate pressure from the constant stress of chewing. They can be used on either front or back teeth. They are a good choice for people who prefer that their fillings look more natural. Composites
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Un diente con absceso es una infección causada por caries, enfermedad periodontal o un diente fisurado. Estos problemas pueden permitir que las bacterias entren en la pulpa (el tejido blando de un diente que contiene nervios, vasos sanguíneos y tejido conectivo) y pueden provocar la muerte de la pulpa. Cuando se acumula pus en la
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At times physicians and dentists recommend that a patient take antibiotics before certain dental procedures. This is called “antibiotic prophylaxis.” But why do healthcare providers suggest this extra step? We all have bacteria in our mouths, and a number of dental treatments—and even daily routines like chewing, brushing or flossing—can allow bacteria to enter the
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Dental X-rays are a useful diagnostic tool when helping your dentist detect damage and disease not visible during a regular dental exam. How often X-rays should be taken depends on your present oral health, your age, your risk for disease, and any signs and symptoms of oral disease. For example, children may require X-rays more
Los accidentes ocurren, y saber qué hacer cuando ocurre uno puede significar la diferencia entre salvar o perder un diente. Estos son algunos consejos para emergencias dentales comunes: Para un diente permanente caído, manténgalo húmedo en todo momento. Si puede, intente volver a colocar el diente en el alvéolo sin tocar la raíz. Si eso
