So, you've been to the dentist and had your tooth prepared for a crown. Now you're waiting for the dental lab to fabricate it. Chances are you have a temporary crown until the permanent one is ready. The "temporary" will have cosmetic value in maintaining the appearance of your mouth. It will also serve some important functions, such as maintaining the proper space and bite relationships with adjacent and opposing teeth.
Often the temporary crown will be made of an acrylic-type material to match the shade of your other teeth. It is not intended to last very long, only until the permanent crown is in place to give the tooth long-lasting protection.
If you wait too long to have your permanent crown seated, the temporary crown may wear and allow the tooth underneath to move. If this happens, the permanent crown may not fit properly. Keep your appointments!
If your temporary crown comes off, this is more of an annoyance than an emergency - don't panic. Very likely it will go back in place and stay until you can schedule an appointment. Even if it doesn't bother your, don't leave it off for a long period of time - the tooth may shift.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
EMPTY CALORIES
If you think of your mouth as a haven for strong, healthy teeth, you'll want to keep tooth-damaging foods out - sweets, gummy foods; foods with little nutritional value. They're called "empty calorie" foods.
The bacteria that work hard to destroy teeth, gums, and bone, love empty calories and gummy foods. They turn sugary foods to an acid-like substance, which causes decay. They love gummy goods because they're harder to remove when you clean your teeth. And they have a passion for "empty calorie" carbohydrates such as unenriched bread, cereals, and other foods that lack the vitamins, iron, and other minerals your body needs for good health.
Keep the empty calories at bay by limiting the amount of sweets, sticky foods, and low-value carbohydrates you eat. Eat enough fress fruit and vegetables to give your chewing muscles a good workout, and to get the nutrients you need. Get enough high protein in meat and vitamin-rich foods to maintain good health.
And protect your dental health with regular checkups.
The bacteria that work hard to destroy teeth, gums, and bone, love empty calories and gummy foods. They turn sugary foods to an acid-like substance, which causes decay. They love gummy goods because they're harder to remove when you clean your teeth. And they have a passion for "empty calorie" carbohydrates such as unenriched bread, cereals, and other foods that lack the vitamins, iron, and other minerals your body needs for good health.
Keep the empty calories at bay by limiting the amount of sweets, sticky foods, and low-value carbohydrates you eat. Eat enough fress fruit and vegetables to give your chewing muscles a good workout, and to get the nutrients you need. Get enough high protein in meat and vitamin-rich foods to maintain good health.
And protect your dental health with regular checkups.
Friday, January 27, 2012
If You Have Fixed Bridge Work....
you're probably enjoying the newfound strength and function of your teeth. Replacing your missing teeth with a fixed bridge should make a world of difference in your quality of life.
Here are a few suggestions for maintaining your new bridge:
1. Avoid hard or brittle foods, which can break the bridge
2. Lengthen the life of your restoration with a little extra flossing and brushing to eliminate the plaque that can build up between your bridge and your natural teeth.
3. Use a floss threader of superfloss if you're having trouble cleaning between your bridge and your gums.
Practice strong dental habits with your bridge, just as you would your own natural teeth, and it will last a long time.
Any questions or comments, contact us.
http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
office@andyjacksondds.com
707-552-4110
Here are a few suggestions for maintaining your new bridge:
1. Avoid hard or brittle foods, which can break the bridge
2. Lengthen the life of your restoration with a little extra flossing and brushing to eliminate the plaque that can build up between your bridge and your natural teeth.
3. Use a floss threader of superfloss if you're having trouble cleaning between your bridge and your gums.
Practice strong dental habits with your bridge, just as you would your own natural teeth, and it will last a long time.
Any questions or comments, contact us.
http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
office@andyjacksondds.com
707-552-4110
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Mouthwash Won't Remove Film
TV ads will tell you that mouthwash will remove the "morning film" on your teeth. But you won't find a dentist who will agree with that! They opt for good flossing and brushing for clean teeth and healthy gums.
Plaque is a colorless film that adheres to the teeth, especially along the gum line and in tooth crevices. This coating may be a source of bad breath. More importantly, it contains bacteria that combines with sugar to form acids which create decay and irritate gums.
Brushing correctly is important, but flossing is also essential to be sure you get all those places where plaque can hide. If you feel that you are doing a good job, but the hygienist says otherwise, disclosing tablets might be a solution. They contain a food coloring that stains plaque a blue or bright red. Once you've discovered your problem areas, brush and floss until the red is gone. Remember, flossing and brushing remove "film" not mouthwash.
http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
Plaque is a colorless film that adheres to the teeth, especially along the gum line and in tooth crevices. This coating may be a source of bad breath. More importantly, it contains bacteria that combines with sugar to form acids which create decay and irritate gums.
Brushing correctly is important, but flossing is also essential to be sure you get all those places where plaque can hide. If you feel that you are doing a good job, but the hygienist says otherwise, disclosing tablets might be a solution. They contain a food coloring that stains plaque a blue or bright red. Once you've discovered your problem areas, brush and floss until the red is gone. Remember, flossing and brushing remove "film" not mouthwash.
http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
Friday, September 23, 2011
Fixed Bridge
By now you're probably enjoying the newfound strength and function of your teeth. Replacing your missing teeth with a fixed bridge should make a world of difference in your quality of life.
Here are a few suggestions for maintaining your new bridge:
1. Avoid hard or brittle foods, which can break the bridge.
2. Lengthen the life of your restoration with a little extra flossing and brushing to eliminate the plaque that can build up between your bridge and your natural teeth.
3. Use a floss threader or superfloss if you're having trouble cleaning between your bridge and your gums.
4. If you have soreness of feel any looseness, call us (707-552-4110).
Practice stronge dental habits with your bridge, just as you would your own natural teeth, and it will last a long time.
Thank you for choosing our dental practice. If you've been happy with the care we've provided, we hope you will share the experience with your friends and family. http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
Here are a few suggestions for maintaining your new bridge:
1. Avoid hard or brittle foods, which can break the bridge.
2. Lengthen the life of your restoration with a little extra flossing and brushing to eliminate the plaque that can build up between your bridge and your natural teeth.
3. Use a floss threader or superfloss if you're having trouble cleaning between your bridge and your gums.
4. If you have soreness of feel any looseness, call us (707-552-4110).
Practice stronge dental habits with your bridge, just as you would your own natural teeth, and it will last a long time.
Thank you for choosing our dental practice. If you've been happy with the care we've provided, we hope you will share the experience with your friends and family. http://www.andyjacksondds.com/
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Your New Partial
We're betting that your teeth feel a lot stronger with your new partial. While it's true that they are stronger, keep in mind that partials themselves can be fragile. Wires and band can bend if ill-treated, and the partial can break if you drop it. Clean it over a towel just to be safe. Spend a little extra time cleaning the clasp teeth, where food often gets trapped. And please let us know if you experience any soreness that may indicate the need to fine-tune your partial.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Full Crown Restoration
Now that you've decided to get a full crown restoration, you need to choose the type you want. You have three basic choices: metal, full porcelain and porcelain-fused-to-metal (known as PFM in the dental world). Metal crowns, made of gold or alloys, are the most durable, but most people don't like the way they look. Full porcelains look and fit great, but they're best placed on front teeth where the stress isn't as great. PFM crowns are very strong and durable.
Regardless of the type of crown you choose, the process starts with preparing the tooth so your bite is secure and your gum tissue remains healthy once the new crown is in place. Whether you opt for metal, full porcelain, or porcelain-fused-to-metal, we believe that a well-built crown will improve your bite, give you a greater dental function and improve your smile.
Regardless of the type of crown you choose, the process starts with preparing the tooth so your bite is secure and your gum tissue remains healthy once the new crown is in place. Whether you opt for metal, full porcelain, or porcelain-fused-to-metal, we believe that a well-built crown will improve your bite, give you a greater dental function and improve your smile.
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