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Sensitive Teeth: Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Dentist
What Does Tooth Sensitivity Feel Like?
Sensitive teeth typically cause a sudden, short, sharp pain when your teeth come into contact with:Hot food or drinksCold food or drinksSweet foodsAcidic foods and beveragesCold airBrushing or flossingThe discomf
Bleeding Gums: What Your Gums Are Trying to Tell You
Why Do Gums Bleed?
Healthy gums should not bleed during normal brushing or flossing. If they do, it’s usually a sign of inflammation — most commonly caused by a build-up of plaque along the gumline.
Plaque is a layer of bacteria that constantly forms on yo
Chipped Tooth: What It Means & How Your Dentist Can Help
What Is a Chipped Tooth?
A chipped tooth occurs when a small portion of the tooth’s enamel breaks away. Enamel is the hard outer layer that protects the inner structures of your tooth. When this layer is damaged, the tooth may appear uneven, feel rou
Understanding Jaw Pain: What It Is & How Your Dentist Can Help
What Causes Jaw Pain?
Your jaw is involved in almost every part of day-to-day life — from eating and talking to yawning and laughing — and because of this it’s under constant muscular and joint strain. A few of the most common reasons peopl
Clean Your Tongue as Part of Your Oral Hygiene Routine
Hopefully, you’ve got a really good dental hygiene program in place brushing and flossing your teeth twice daily, but have you ever thought to clean your tongue? Bacteria can live and build up on your tongue just as it can on your teeth and if you don’t address the issu
