You could have a cavity, or you could have bad decay. If you already have a filling in that tooth, it could be a leaking filling. You should schedule an appointment with your dentist.

You could be grinding, clenching, or bruxing. You should schedule an appointment with your dentist to study your bite and discuss possible TMJ problems. A night guard may be recommended as a palliative measure in a first stage.

They could be from developmental hypo or hyper calcifications or antibiotic therapy (tetracycline staining). You should schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss whitening techniques or different aesthetic dental work.

See your dentist to perform a bite study and determine what solution is the most appropriate and definite for you (braces, different dental aesthetic work).

It could be from brushing too hard or you may need a professional cleaning. Other possibilities may be that you have gingivitis or periodontal disease. Schedule an appointment with your dentist for a professional cleaning.

It could be a gum recession (the root of the tooth is exposed). Make an appointment for a cleaning and have an examination by your dentist. The most important issue is not to cover the pain zone, but to determine and resolve its cause.

The first step is to perform a bite study to find out the cause of why your teeth have lost their healthy and natural aspect. Depending on the case and the level of destruction or bad positioning of the teeth, different solutions, which could include resin-based restorative materials or porcelain, will be proposed.

What your brushing can’t reach, flossing can. Flossing removes food particles and plaque that elude your toothbrush since the little stuff often hides behind and between the teeth. It is crucial in the prevention of tooth decay and periodontal disease.

Canker sores are small sores that can form inside the mouth. They can be white, yellow, grey and sometimes have a small red border surrounding them. They can be painful when talking or eating. Canker sores are not contagious and usually go away on their own in 7-10 days. If a canker sore persists for more than two weeks, see your dentist.

It depends on the motor skills level and the difficulty the patient presents perform a correct brushing technique. Ask your dentist for their recommendation for your particular case after your hygiene technique evaluation.

Good oral hygiene is extremely important during pregnancy because the increase in hormone levels during pregnancy can cause dental problems to be intensified. Professional cleanings are recommended frequently during this period.

Also known as tartar, calculus is the hardened residue that forms on your teeth when plaque is not removed. Plaque can be removed by brushing and flossing daily. If calculus is allowed to remain on the teeth and below the gum line, it can lead to chronic infection and inflammation. The only way to remove calculus once it exists is to have your teeth professionally cleaned.

Is a clinical name for bad breath. According to studies, 85% of people with bad breath have a dental condition that is to blame. These conditions could be gum disease, cavities, poor oral hygiene, oral cancer, and bacteria on the tongue.

It is fundamental to perform a bite study before thinking of removing the retainer, considering that if the bite is not stable the teeth will shift when removed, trying to reach a more comfortable position which is not always (the majority of times) the position in which they were held. Straight teeth are not a synonym for having a good bite.