Your new crown effectively replaces the enamel layer of your tooth with an artificial material like gold, base metals or porcelain. While these materials are not vulnerable to bacteria and tooth decay, your crown will still need inclusion in your daily oral hygiene routine. Without twice daily brushing and flossing residual food particles and plaque can harden into tartar near... read more »
If you’ve allowed a cavity too go too long without repair the decay will continue to spread deep and deeper into the tooth. Given enough time the decay can infect the pulp and root of the tooth. When this happens you will likely feel pain and extreme sensitivity issues in the tooth. At this stage of decay, you’re also at... read more »
Tooth sensitivity will often cause pain or a sharp stinging sensation in one or more teeth when you consume hot, cold, sweet or acidic foods and drinks. This can drive some people to avoid a wide array of foods they enjoy. Some people find relief from tooth sensitivity by brushing their teeth with a toothpaste that has been specially formulated... read more »
If you want to maintain strong and healthy teeth, then it’s best to avoid eating tooth-harming foods in Round Rock, Texas. Some tooth-harming foods our John F. Lann, DDS - Round Rock TX Dentist team recommends avoiding are: -Empty-calorie foods: Empty-calorie foods are a cause of dental concern because they have high amounts of sugar. The bacteria in your mouth... read more »
If you’ve recently injured the soft-tissues in your mouth, you may be experiencing some bleeding. If that’s the case, there are things you can do to stop it. It’s also important to stay calm and improve the situation as much as possible. If you’ve injured your tongue, cheeks, gums, or lips, it’s best to do the following things: -Rinse: Rinse... read more »
The Tooth Fairy is a much beloved legend. We all have fond memories of leaving each lost tooth under the pillow for the Tooth Fairy to find. But where did the Tooth Fairy originate? The legend of the Tooth Fairy has evolved over time. However, legends and myths surrounding losing baby teeth go back for millennia. Long ago in Europe,... read more »
Saliva is an important part of oral health. Saliva cleanses the mouth, aids in digestion, and prevents infection by controlling the bacteria and fungi in the mouth. Dry mouth occurs when there is not enough saliva production. Talk to Dr. John F. Lann if you have any of the following symptoms: - Frequent thirst - A dry feeling in your... read more »
While you can’t prevent all oral emergencies from happening there are a few tips and lifestyle habits you can adopt to help prevent some common oral emergencies. At the very least you will be better prepared for an oral emergency when and if it does happen. Try to work on breaking bad habits like chewing on pens and pencils or... read more »
Did you know that the bacteria in your mouth feeds off of sugars in your foods? Over 700 types of bacteria have been discovered in the mouth. So when we eat, our food can feed bacteria which allows them to create lactic acid which causes tooth decay. According to the International Journal of Drug Testing, a healthy pH for saliva... read more »
Deeply stained teeth or teeth with small chips and other imperfections can lead you to explore your options to improve your smile. There is a wide variety of options available to you. Finding the one that is right for you depends on the level of cosmetic improvement you are looking for. If you have teeth in your smile that are... read more »