Question 1

what causes sprained tooth syndrome and how is it usually treated?

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Tooth Supraeruption: Good day;
 There are a multitude of possible causes to sprained tooth syndrome (STS). An underlying tooth infection, tooth grinding (bruxism) even recent dental care are possible factors causing the periodontal ligaments to stretch excessively. A perfect time to contact your dentist for an immediate appointment!

Question 2

does sprained tooth syndrome or peridontal ligament strain need a root canal?

Accepted Answer

Most likely no: While your tooth may be sore, it will more that likely feel normal after a week or so. That injured tooth is more at risk for a root canal sometime in the future, as the trauma from the strain can interrupt the blood supply to the tooth and cause a cascading inflammatory reaction in the tooth's pulp (nerve). The older you are, the more likely it will be irreversible and require a future Endo.

Question 3

i have pain in my tooth?

Accepted Answer

Tooth pain: The most common reason is advanced decay (infection). Please make an immediate appointment with a local Dentist. This will not self heal. There's no OTC that will treat an infected tooth. You must see a Dentist.

Question 4

what is an undercut in tooth?

Accepted Answer

Undercut: Is a term used in dentistry in removeable and fixed prosthodontics - crowns bridges and dentures.  Undercuts prevent proper fabrication of these devices and hence need to be eliminated in the design.  Hope this helps.

Question 5

what occurs if i pulled my own tooth?

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Hard to say: Don't know which tooth you're talking about. But to attempt to perform a medical procedure on yourself that takes everyone else 8+ years of schooling and practice is not prudent. The complications include a fractured tooth, infection, swelling, nerve damage, bleeding profusely, damage to other teeth, etc. Save the diy projects for the home. You will pay the surgeon more to correct your mistake.

Question 6

what does tooth erosion mean?

Accepted Answer

Loss of enamel: This usually occurs around the gum area of the tooth. Acidic food or drinks, bulemia, etc, cause this problem.

Question 7

how to control my sweet tooth?

Accepted Answer

Sweet tooth..: Who doesn&#x27;t like sweet things? :) it just tastes so good. 

But it does have it cons. Here&#x27;re some tips: 

waiting too long between meals can create cravings, so eat regularly. Combine foods with healthy choice combinations. Reach for fruit as often as you can. If all else fails, you can still give in a little - try to eat only a tiny bit of what you&#x27;re craving.

Question 8

what does impacted tooth mean?

Accepted Answer

Under the gums: An impacted tooth means that something is preventing the path of eruption of the tooth into the mouth.  Possible causes may include, insufficient space for the tooth, an abnormal position of the tooth as it is developing, and cysts associated with the tooth and/or jaw.

Question 9

what is a boney impacted tooth?

Accepted Answer

Tooth in bone: A bony-impacted tooth is a tooth that you cannot see when you look inside your mouth. This tooth is trapped in the bone underneath the gums. Wisdom teeth and upper cuspid teeth are the most common teeth to be bony-impacted. These wisdom are usually extracted. Cuspid teeth like this are usually exposed by oral surgery and then pulled down by a chain hooked to orthodontic braces.

Question 10

i'm scared over fractured tooth?

Accepted Answer

No reason to be..: See a local dentist for evaluation and treatment. Modern dentistry is painless. The tooth will not repair itself on its own.

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