Month: December 2019

The unexpected dangers of gum disease

December 18, 2019 0

Gum disease is common and unpleasant, but, according to a growing body of evidence, it could also play a role in a surprising range of seemingly unrelated health problems.

What to know about tooth extraction

By Everest Whiting

December 12, 2019 2

Dentists and oral surgeons perform tooth extractions for many reasons. The issue may be a painful wisdom tooth or a tooth that has been badly damaged by decay. In some cases, a dentist will remove a tooth to make space for dental prosthetics or braces.

Teeth: Names, types, and functions

By Everest Whiting

December 8, 2019 4

Teeth help a person use their mouth to eat, speak, smile, and give shape to their face. Each type of tooth has a name and a specific function.