The teeth are among the most important organs of the human body, a pity that we only become aware of them in the event of a problem, when we are in pain or when we lose them.
Do you want to know more about your teeth or those of your children? We offer you an immersion in the world of the tooth, with regular updates to address here not only the most recurring questions that you ask yourself in the waiting room or at home, but also all the false beliefs conveyed like grandma's recipes. Welcome to the world of teeth!
It's true! The tooth is made of ivory covered with enamel, it resists fire... but not cavities.
A tooth is made up of 3 parts: the crown, the root and the pulp.
The dental crown is the visible part of the tooth. It is made up of enamel and dentin. To have a crown fitted is to have this enamel changed or replaced, this "tooth" as we commonly say by misuse of language.
The root joins the upper part of the tooth to the alveolar bone, in other words to the jawbone. It is made up of cementum and dentin.
The pulp is made up of nerves and arterioles. It starts at the level of the crown and ends at the apex of the tooth to be connected to the innervation and vascularization of the jaw. When it becomes infected, it ignites and it is the famous toothache.
In the mouth of an adult, made up of 32 teeth, the 8 incisors and the 4 canines rub shoulders with the 8 pre-molars and the 8 to 12 molars. With the accidents of life, many teeth become damaged and must be repaired or extracted and replaced.
Wisdom teeth are the third molars that grow deep in the mouth, and often do not have room to emerge properly, hence many infections and the need to extract them.
From the age of 6 months, a child sees his baby teeth grow. They fall from the age of 6 and are gradually replaced by permanent teeth
When you have a cavity, don't wait, come and consult. Even if you forget about it, the cavity will develop in stages.
In the 1st stage, the enamel is affected and the visible tooth hollows out to make way for a hole.
In the 2nd stage, the hole reaches the dentin (the dentine part inside the tooth enamel) and the tooth becomes sensitive to hot and cold.
In the 3rd stage, the nerve of the tooth is affected, the pain is felt: it is toothache.
At the 4th stage, there is gangrene, several root cells die, the infection turns into an abscess.
As its name suggests, it is all the tissues that surround the tooth. It is made up of the gum, the tooth bone and a ligament that connects the root of the tooth to the bone. When the integrity of this system is affected, we speak of periodontitis, the first signs of which are inflammation of the gums characterized by bleeding and pain. At the final stage, there is loss of bone around the root of the tooth.
Yes. When the periodontal bone becomes infected, it resorbs. As the tooth no longer has bone support, it begins to move and becomes very painful. The only possible treatment is then extraction.
It depends. The mobility of the tooth is linked to several factors which can be:
Inflammation. In this case, a simple scaling / curettage can consolidate the tooth.
Too strong contact with the opposing tooth can cause overload and the tooth becomes mobile. This is called occlusal trauma. Here too, the phenomenon is reversible. As soon as the force exerted on the tooth is relieved, the tooth becomes stable again.
The combination of inflammation and occlusal trauma can accelerate the process of bone destruction, making tooth loss inevitable.
Multicenter studies bringing together researchers from all over the world have proven that the presence of certain bacteria that were only found in periodontal lesions (therefore reaching the attachment system around the tooth) was closely correlated with certain types myocardial infarction because these bacteria released enzymes responsible for the production of lipids (fat) around the wall of blood vessels.
Yes. We now know that bacteria in and around the tooth are strongly correlated with uncontrolled diabetes, the birth of babies with lower than average birth weight and finally with certain forms of ulcers in the mouth. stomach.
Sometimes yes. In the absence of toothpaste, salt or baking soda can indeed be a solution to clean your teeth, but you should not abuse them because they are very abrasive and can wear down the tooth.
You can use baking soda from time to time to remove small stains related to food.
No. Moreover, any dental treatment should be avoided.
Yes. Osteoporosis is not a contraindication to implant placement.
Yes. Even if you have diabetes, provided that the clinical and radiological examinations confirm it, you can already make an appointment at the practice.
No. Taking blood thinners can temporarily prevent you from getting implants.
No. Taking antimitotics can temporarily prevent you from having implants.
If you are in the acute phase of a systemic disease, the answer is no.
If you are in the acute phase of a systemic disease, the answer is no.
No! In general, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia in the office.
Before the operation, you must take a treatment with sedatives: you will not be able to drive, which is why it is essential that you be accompanied.
After the operation, you will usually not feel any pain. However, you may have edema for 2-5 days.
Yes! The implants are fixed in the bone. You won't feel the difference with real teeth and you can talk, smile and eat normally, naturally! Only your dentist should know the difference.
Because bone loves titanium, it's called a bio-compatible material. The bone will integrate it in a phase called osseointegration.
No! On the other hand, you must have finished your growth. This is why an examination is necessary for those under 18.
It depends! The number of sessions depends on the type of treatment you are prescribed. It takes 6 to 8 sessions between the different stages (examination, placement of implants and abutments, creation of crowns, etc.).
For more details, come and have your dental examination.
Yes! If they are healthy and the placement of implants is feasible, you can keep them. This is the big difference with conventional bridges and clasp appliances that rest on neighboring teeth, with the risk of damaging them.
Not in general. Most people go back to work the next day.
But sometimes edema or bruising can appear after the placement of implants. In these cases, you need a few days off.
You will have to commit to quitting smoking because cigarettes interfere with healing and reduce the chances of having an excellent intervention.
To help you wean yourself, let's talk about it during the clinical examination in the office.
No! Just brush your new teeth normally.
However, you will be subject to professional maintenance to be carried out at the office.
No! We have the solution to keep you smiling during this time.
An estimate is necessary because it depends on your needs and the importance of the treatment. We will see together the appropriate terms and financing plan.
Also remember that having implants is an investment in the future and that it can save you expensive dental expenses if your mouth remains in good condition. If your quality of life improves, that is priceless.
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