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Ptyalism: What Is It?
Many people have not heard of the word “ptyalism.” However, it is a condition that is quite common among pregnant women. Ptyalism is the excess production of saliva. Even though this condition can occur in anyone, it is not unusual in women in their first trimester of pregnancy. What Is Hypersalivation? Ptyalism causes hypersalivation, which simply means excessive saliva. When excessive saliva gathers in your mouth, it can cause you to drool. In both children and adults, drooling is a sign of an underlying condition. However, this condition may be temporary, depending on the cause.For example, if you have an oral infection, your salivary gland may produce more saliva to
The Innovative Tool That Modernizes Our Practice
Many of our patients often fear that a dental procedure might hurt. With the introduction of laser dentistry, we are now able to rectify your smile with minimal invasion and pain. Laser dentistry helps improve your overall oral health and reduces recovery time too. How Laser Dentistry Has Modernized Our Approach? Various dental procedures are invasive and painful. With the introduction of the laser, we can now perform these procedures with minimal invasion and pain. Some patients also fear the vibrating sound of the dental drill. This is something that is eliminated with the use of a laser. We no longer require anesthesia during the treatment, and this benefits various
Does Acid Break Down Your Dental Enamel?
Cavities are caused when the dental enamel, the outer layer of the tooth, is eaten away by acid. But where does this acid come from? It is not found in anything you eat or drink. Instead, it is created by some of the bacteria in your mouth. While some of these bacteria are beneficial, some are not. When those bacteria consume foods stuck on your teeth, they can create acids that eat away at the enamel. What Creates This Acid? Some of it gets stuck on your teeth when you eat or drink anything. Your saliva does a good job at washing away this debris, but it cannot always wash
Best Treatments for Chalky Teeth
Both adults and children can suffer from uncomfortable and slightly painful dental conditions known as hypomineralization or enamel hypoplasia. In non-medical terms, this condition is known as chalky teeth. Because of the poor development of enamel, the teeth become grainy and rough. As a result, white spots or bands can appear on the surface of our teeth, and overall, our teeth can look chalky and uneven.Currently, there is no cure for chalky teeth because the causes are mostly genetic or triggered at birth. However, advanced and specialized treatments are available that can protect chalky teeth from further decay and infections.Some of the best treatments for chalky teeth include: Resin-Bonded Sealant Resin-bonded
Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry
More and more people are looking into cosmetic dentistry because its treatments offer them the chance to restore their teeth’s original beauty. Many celebrities endorse teeth whitening products such as home kits that help them prepare before a premier or a big date. While brushing and flossing are still at the top of the list, a few correction procedures allow you to maintain your oral health better. Getting a porcelain veneer will fix this problem if your tooth gets chipped in an accident. At Cane Bay Family Dentistry, and do all kinds of cosmetic dentistry procedures safely. In case you are stopping yourself from getting colored fillings because your colleague
Benefits and Limitations of Laser Dentistry
Thanks to advancements in dental technologies, a number of dental procedures can now be performed with the help of a laser. Laser dentistry is an effective, safe, painless, and quick option to treat oral conditions. At Cane Bay Family Dentistry, and can use hard and soft tissue lasers to treat your oral issue. Types Of Lasers Used In Dentistry Two types of lasers are used in laser dentistry: soft tissue laser and hard tissue laser. • Soft Tissue Laser: Soft tissue lasers can be absorbed by water and hemoglobin and hence can cut through gums and blood vessels, making them very useful during treatments that involve removing or reshaping gums