A tooth is said to be dead when the tissue inside the tooth (the pulp) has died. The pulp of the tooth shows a very rich vascularisation and blood supply.
Many people think that in the oral cavity we can only have problems with teeth. However, periodontal problems are also very common. Particular attention should be paid to our gums. There are...
Tooth dec ay is nothing more than an inflammation of the tooth pulp and periapical tissues that develops due to highly proliferated putrefactive (anaerobic) bacteria.
Dentin hypersensitivity is suffered by those with exposed tooth necks, noncarious cavities or gingival recessions leading to exposure of the root cementum. When the cementum in the anatomical neck...
Third molars, commonly known as eights or wisdom teeth, usually emerge between the ages of 17 and 25. Sometimes this process even lasts until the age of 40, and it also happens that the eights do not...
Excessive sensitivity of the gums, their redness and pain when brushing the teeth can have various causes. In the female body, one of these may be hormonal disturbances.
The dental X-ray is a method commonly used in dental diagnostics. For what purpose is it used and before which procedures is it necessary?
Third molars, commonly known as eights or wisdom teeth, usually emerge between the ages of 17 and 25. Sometimes this process even continues until the age of 40, and it also happens that the eights do...
Tooth sensitivity is a condition characterised by tooth pain when subjected to low or high temperatures, acidic or sweet foods and drinks or pressure on the teeth during brushing. It is caused by the...
Swelling, redness, pain and a tendency to bleed, commonly known as gingival hypersensitivity, can lead to the development of periodontitis, and tooth sensitivity or even tooth loss. They can also be...
In the event of partial or total tooth loss, having a denture significantly improves a patient's quality of life. However, its performance is associated with costs which not everyone can afford. It...
In most cases, we associate a visit to the dentist with pain and unpleasant sensations. Nowadays, more and more people are using anaesthesia, which fully eliminates the painful sensation. Anaesthesia...
A pregnant woman should not take medication, have x-rays taken or be given anaesthesia. Most pregnant women do not accept treatments that could in any way endanger their baby. It does happen,...
Unpleasant breath, otherwise known as halitosis, in most cases does not signify a severe and serious illness. Most people, however, feel uncomfortable about it and avoid conversations and close...
The oral cavity is particularly prone to various types of irritation, damage and injuries. This applies to babies, children, adolescents and the elderly. Damage to the gum, cheek, lip, tongue etc. is...
An aphtha is a small ulceration (cavity in the mucous membrane) in the mouth that is usually covered with a whitish or yellowish coating and has a pinkish rim (it is inflamed). These are painful...
Gum problems and gum disease pose a very serious threat to the teeth, although few people realise this. Many people have gum problems and don't even realise it. There are many causes responsible...
The gum is known as the thickened, slightly pink tissue that covers the alveolar process and is fused to it. Most people do not pay much attention to the condition of their gums. It is only when...
Wisdom teeth (eights), most people associate with frequent visits to the dentist or dental surgeon, pain, inflammation of the gums and problems with grinding and swallowing food. It is interesting to...
Caries is very common not only in children, but also in adults and the elderly. It is worth remembering that it can be completely cured. However, it is important to prevent it and prevent it from...