Tooth Loss
Tooth Loss: Are you at the Risk of Losing Teeth?

A lot of people with veneers wonder whether it is possible to whiten them, especially when years of use begin to show on the veneers. No-one likes to walk around with discolored teeth and whitening is usually a thought on the mind of anyone finding themselves in such circumstances. The simple and short answer, however, is that, no, you should not whiten your veneers.
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Tooth Loss by Trauma
“When an immovable object is met by an irresistible force, something gives,” says Price. Trauma can be anything. You may be hit by a baseball, bite a frozen piece of candy, and the list goes on and on. You teeth are very precious and they should not be used for the following:
- Removing lids, caps or tops
- Chewing on pens and pencils
- Cutting thread
- Tearing of tags
- Holding clothe hangers
- Cracking nut shells or ice cubes
These are just but a few of the things your teeth are not made for. Do not exercise any of them if you want to have your natural teeth for a long time. Grinding and clenching which normally occurs due to stress can also stress your teeth. Pay attention to such.
Tooth Loss Due To Infections And Diseases
When you eat food and you don’t brush off the sticky stuffs on your teeth immediately, they begin to decay. The decay causes periodontal disease which attacks the gums destroying support tissues like the bones and ligaments. The biggest contributors to dental diseases are lack of professional care and poor oral hygiene. Other contributors include:
- Diabetes
- Poor nutrition
- Smoking
- Arthritis
- Hypertension
Hormonal changes in women during pregnancy can also affect their response to dental diseases. Therefore regular professional care is important throughout pregnancy. Other persons who are at a greater risk of periodontal diseases are the disabled because of home care challenges. What this means is that caregivers should pay close attention to those people’s teeth.
BRUSH AND FLOSS
Have Regular Appointments With Your Dentist
Making routine checkups for dental care and keeping them is one of the best ways you can maintain a good dental health. The number of times you will be visiting your dentist will depend on your specific case with people suffering from gum disease and several other diseases having to go for more visits. Otherwise, twice a year is okay. Ensure your dentist does a complete periodontal evaluation at least once a year.
Tips On How To Control Tooth Loss:
- Quitting smoking
- Managing chronic diseases
- Beginning tooth loss prevention early
- Feeding your teeth correct stuff
Before brushing your teeth, always make sure your hands are clean. Then develop and maintain a habit of brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing once. If it were possible to reach all parts of your mouth with the toothbrush, flossing wouldn’t be needed. However, because it’s not possible, you need to floss. Always consult your dentist or hygienist if you don’t know or are not sure of anything that concerns your teeth. Consider dental implants to replace teeth that were extracted.
We are a Family-Friendly Practice
At our dental office, we provide family dentistry services. Toronto and Barrie dentist, Dr. Adam Chapnick, works with every child to build trust and comfort throughout the entire dental visit process.
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