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Have You Heard of Anodontia?

What is Anodontia? Anodontia is an inherited genetic defect, more common in females, where some teeth never grow into place. (The specific gene mutation is unknown). This clearly creates a severe problem with functionality and aesthetics. Anodontia is often associated with something referred to as ectodermal dysplasia, which is a group of hereditary conditions that …

How to Take Care of Your Dental Fillings

There is more to getting a filling than just going to your dentist and carrying on as usual afterwards. Here are some tips to maintain strong fillings and keep your mouth healthy in general: No food or drink until after the anesthetic wears off so that you don’t accidentally bite yourself or damage your filling …

How Cavities Are Formed

There is an ongoing battle inside your mouth between bacteria and sugars on one side and saliva and fluoride on the other. When you eat or drink something starchy or sugary, the bacteria in your mouth uses those remnants to produce acid. These acids are what begin to eat away at the hard, outer surface …