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the dentist removes the decayed portion of the tooth using a high-speed drill or an air abrasion system, shapes the cavity walls, and replaces the tooth structure with a filling of silver amalgam, composite resin, or gold.
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What is the dentists name for tooth decay?
a cavity
Who found the cure to tooth decay?
well really if you floss ,brush your teeth at least twice a day and go to your dentists regular then you wouldn't have tooth decay
What are the elements of a teeth laser?
A teeth laser is the modern way that dentists use to examine the mouth for tooth decay. The laser is placed in the mouth and waves from it are measured against normal tooth waves. Any abnormalties are tooth decay.
Which evidence best supports this counterclaim?
dentists cite a sugary diet as one of the primary causes of tooth decay
When you get a filling what do the dentist do?
Fillings are materials dentists use to seal cavities after they clean out the decayed part of the tooth. They are also used to repair broken or cracked teeth. Fillings protect, preserve your teeth from expanding decay; they will also alleviate the teeth from any pain associated with this decay.
What dentists call tooth decay?
dental caries.. at least that's what MDs would call it. There may be more variation in degree of decay that DMDs would refer to.
In what ways are cosmetic dentists different from regular dentists?
Cosmetic dentists usually just repair the teeth by removing or fixing the tooth. While a regualar dentists they do teeth cleaning and help you with any cavaities that you may have.
How do dentists remove decay?
Dentists remove tooth decay by simply drilling the part of the tooth that has decayed and filling the hole with a "cement", followed by a sealant to prevent bacteria from getting in and causing more decay. If you have a cavity that if farther below the surface of the tooth, they will begin by adding local numbing gel and an anesthetic injection. Surface cavities usually do not require anesthetics and will take about 20-30 minutes to complete the procedure. If bacteria has rotted most of the tooth, it will require removal or a root canal.
What is the cavity between bones at the joint?
A cavity is a decayed part of a tooth. A cavity can be caused by decay plaque, sugar and acid. Dentists fix cavities by drilling them.
Which dentists in Texas will do tooth implants?
Most qualified dentists will offer tooth implant services. This is a standard (albeit painful) procedure that dentists will offer.
How does toothpaste prevent tooth decay?
which element present in our toothpaste protects out tooth from the tooth decay?
Can citric acid causes tooth decay?
citric acids destroys the enamel on your teeth, which is why most dentists suggest drinking orange/grapefruit juice or lemonade through a straw/
