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You do not have joint between gum and tooth, The joint between the tooth and bone is called gomphosis.

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What is the most frequent pathology associated with the temporomandibular joint?

The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. When this joint is injured or damaged, it can lead to a localized pain disorder called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome.Causes of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome include injury to the teeth or jaw, misalignment of the teeth or jaw, teeth grinding, poor posture, stress, arthritis, and gum chewing.The most common cause is trauma followed by teeth grinding or badly fitted dentures.Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome include pain in the jaw joint,, jaw clicking and popping, ear pain, popping sounds in ears, headaches, stiff or sore jaw muscles, pain in the temple area, or locking of the jaw joint.


What do periodontists do for a living?

Periodontists are specialist trained is caring for the area around the teeth. That is the gum tissue, root area on the teeth. Some procedures they perform involve grafting gum tissue and bone tissue.


Why is nicotine gum contraindicated in patients with temporomandibular joint syndrome?

Nicotine gum can exacerbate symptoms of temporomandibular joint syndrome due to the repetitive jaw movements required to chew the gum. This can put excessive strain on the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, leading to increased pain and discomfort in individuals with temporomandibular joint syndrome.


What is the name of a connective tissue that binds the root of the teeth to the gum and jawbone?

The name of the connective tissue that binds the root of the teeth to the gum and jawbone is called the periodontal ligament. It plays a crucial role in supporting the teeth and anchoring them in place within the jaw. Periodontal ligament also enables slight movements of the teeth during activities like chewing.


How do you treat black holes in teeth below gum line?

A dentist has to see that. And don't postpone it too long - the black things on the teeth are caries, and they have a tendency to grow.

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Does the gum that claim to whiten your teeth work?

it just depends on the type of gum


Does bubble gum clean teeth?

Yes, Hubba Babba gum has a lot of sugar that can damage your teeth and cause your teeth to get cavity's. Eat sugar-free gum like orbit, stride, 5 gum, and trident because those gum are actually proven to be good for your teeth. Chew on!


Name a type of product that comes in a teeth whitening formula?

toothpaste gum mouthwash teeth strips


Why doesn't gum get stuck to your teeth?

Chewing gum can and does stick to dental work in the teeth. Teeth are usually covered with a biofilm of bacteria that prevent the gum from sticking.Ê


How could chewing gum harm your teeth?

the sugar in the gum can wear your teeth down :(


Does gun clean your teeth?

I assume you mean GUM, and not GUN. Chewing gum does not effectively clean your teeth.


When you suck your teeth your upper gum bleeds why?

Gum disease


How the gum protect your teeth?

Because when you chew it, it attracts you plaque and other germs in your teeth because the gum is sticky.


Does sugarfree gum whiten teeth?

There has been no evidence that sugar free gum actually whitens your teeth. Regular toothpaste does that.


How to get rid of extra gums I have extra gum in my teeth and I was wondering if there was a way to reduce my gum Also I do have braces if that makes an impact?

There is only one way to get gum out of a person teeth. The easiest way would be brush your teeth.


What is the most frequent pathology associated with the temporomandibular joint?

The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. When this joint is injured or damaged, it can lead to a localized pain disorder called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome.Causes of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome include injury to the teeth or jaw, misalignment of the teeth or jaw, teeth grinding, poor posture, stress, arthritis, and gum chewing.The most common cause is trauma followed by teeth grinding or badly fitted dentures.Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome include pain in the jaw joint,, jaw clicking and popping, ear pain, popping sounds in ears, headaches, stiff or sore jaw muscles, pain in the temple area, or locking of the jaw joint.


Does gum help clean your teeth?

no