SeaSide Dentistry, in Cedar Point NC, is pleased to offer a full range of dental care services and dental treatments including: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Different age groups have specific problems that we watch for. With seniors, we carefully check fillings to see that they are not loose or that decay has set in under or around them. We look for any fractures or chips in teeth to also repair before decay sets in. Seniors may be taking medications that create a dry mouth, and we can remedy the problem with basic products we provide. Teeth may no longer look attractive due to staining and discoloration from tobacco and caffeine consumption. We can whiten and brighten teeth to their original luster again.
The habit: Grazing all day, especially on sugary foods and drinks, puts you at a higher risk for cavities. When you eat, cavity-causing bacteria feast leftover food, producing an acid that attacks the outer shell of your teeth.
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The habit: Your teeth were made for eating, not to stand in as a pair of scissors or hold things when your hands are full. When you do this, you put yourself at a higher risk of cracking your teeth, injuring your jaw or accidentally swallowing something you shouldn’t.
If you have more than one tooth missing in succession, a bridge will serve as a replacement. They are made from the best quality materials to provide a lasting and functional restoration. These custom-made bridges are secured in your mouth with a crown at each end. They look natural, are comfortable, and provide full chewing capability.
The habit: This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. “Placing your jaw for long periods of time in a protruding position can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction,” says Dr. Ruchi Sahota.