Nov 30, 2023 · Cavities and tooth decay are among the world's most common health problems. They're especially common in children, teenagers and older adults. But anyone who has teeth …

Nov 30, 2023 · The sooner you seek care, the better your chances of reversing the earliest stages of tooth decay and stopping it from getting worse. If a cavity is treated before it starts causing …

Jun 29, 2022 · Not taking proper care of your teeth and gums — such as not brushing your teeth twice a day and not flossing — can increase your risk of dental problems. Problems may …

Your dentist or endodontist removes the decay and makes an opening through the crown of the tooth to get to the pulp chamber. The infected or diseased pulp is removed using small dental …

Feb 1, 2024 · Decay. Partially impacted wisdom teeth appear to be at higher risk of getting cavities compared toother teeth. This is because the position of wisdom teeth when they are …

Feb 1, 2024 · With a conservative approach, your dentist watches your teeth, looking for decay, gum disease or other problems. Your dentist may recommend taking out a tooth if problems …

Mar 14, 2024 · Without good oral hygiene, germs can reach levels that might lead to infections, such as tooth decay and gum disease. Also, certain medicines can lower the flow of spit, …

Nov 16, 2023 · The most common cause of gingivitis is not keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy. Good oral health habits, such as brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and …

Dec 11, 2025 · As a dentist, I do not know of any relationship between prednisone and tooth decay. Tooth decay has been well researched. The three absolute requirements are: 1 refined …

Feb 24, 2023 · Periodontitis (per-e-o-don-TIE-tis), also called gum disease, is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue around teeth. Without treatment, periodontitis can …