We often put off visits to the dentist until they are necessary. However, it is well-accepted that visits to the dentist regularly are essential for sustaining healthy gums and teeth. For the following dental-related emergencies, please get in touch with your local dentist immediately.
Bleeding Gums
Gums that bleed when you brush or floss indicate a bacterial infection called gingivitis. Without dentistry treatment, the disease would spread to the bone and gums, triggering periodontitis and tooth loss. Dental scaling is an effective treatment for gingivitis, and the condition can be reversed if caught early enough.
Poor Oral Care
If dentin, the second layer of a tooth, is yellow; thus, your teeth may look yellower than they are. Curries containing turmeric, tea, and coffee are some foods and drinks that can color your teeth. Constant cigarette smoking and lack of regular dental treatment can stain teeth and lead to the buildup of tartar and calculus. Teeth can be whitened through dental bleaching, while scaling eliminates discoloration, plaque, and calculus.
Bad Breath
Some medical disorders, like gingivitis, and dry mouth, can lead to unpleasant breath. Artificial saliva and tablets are commonly given to people with dry mouths while scaling is performed to treat gum infections. A disposable oral shield is granted to anyone with difficulty breathing via their nose.
Irritation or Pain in the Teeth
Enamel protects the dentin’s nerve endings from harm. However, sensitivity can develop if the dentin beneath the enamel is exposed, resulting from the rough brushing, acid reflux, or enamel damage. Exposed dentin can be pretty sensitive to both hot and cold temperatures. Effective dentistry therapy includes dental fillings, which protect the exposed dentin. If the exposed area is too large, the pulp may be injured, leading to severe discomfort if not addressed.
Cavities
Bacteria in the mouth create a biofilm called plaque when a person eats sugary or starchy foods. There is a thin, translucent layer of biofilm coating the teeth. An acid produced by bacteria in the mouth from the breakdown of sugar from food causes cavities. A dentist can only treat cavities, and at-home remedies will not work. Pulpitis, periapical abscesses, and bone infection are all possible outcomes of untreated pulp damage.
Mouth Cavity Swelling
Root canals become infected when cavities are left untreated, and bacteria can spread to the rest of the tooth’s supporting structures. Pus accumulates behind the tooth roots, a disease known as a periapical abscess; this infection can apply to the fascia of the mouth and face, causing significant swelling. Replacement of the inflamed pulp in the root canals with a bioactive rubber-like material constitutes root canal treatment (RCT), a method used to treat diseased teeth. Dentists may suggest pus drainage and antibiotics.
Crooked Teeth
Misaligned or crooked teeth are more than just an aesthetic issue; they can make eating and speaking difficult and increase the likelihood of developing cavities and gum disease. Without causing pain, braces and wires can realign a person’s teeth for better health.
