Friday, May 21, 2010

What makes a baby's teeth decay?

my baby is 7 months old and doesnt have teeth. sometimes at night he will have the bottle in his mouth, is that gonna cause him damage right now or will it later?

What makes a baby's teeth decay?
Burp! Bad oral health.
Reply:The baby tooth rot is caused by babies falling asleep with bottles of formula or juice in their mouth. It is okay for a baby to go to sleep with a bottle of water.





If your baby doesn't have teeth yet, you don't have to worry.
Reply:I personally would not give the baby a milk bottle at night so as not to get the baby "hooked" on this method in order to calm down and fall asleep.


I bottle of water is fine if you really need it, but nothing is better.


He should be getting his teeth soon.


A friend's daughter had all of her teeth rot out


and by age 5 or so, the dentist had to put baby caps on all of her teeth!
Reply:yeah thats not good. the worse thing is when they fall asleep with a bottle or sippy cup with milk or juice. It would be good if you could get him use to water at night time. I did that with my 2nd child and she adapted well. My first was addicted to milk and I was worried about his teeth so with her I nipped that milk thing before it started.
Reply:BOTH! Trust me, I know this first hand, I myself am a mommy of 3 and, I have a niece whom always went to bed with a bottle at about that age as well and she lost ALL of her front teeth. They completly rotted. She was only 15months old when she had such poor teeth. I know we all like the idea of our babies finally holding their own bottles, so now at night we think we can get a break and just lay them down with a bottle and they will fall asleep. Well I know for a fact that a child going to bed with a bottle or a sippy cup will end up with rotten teeth. You should also make sure your brushing their teeth!! Also laying a child down with a bottle can also cause ear infections because the milk leaks into the ear tubes (inside) and cause major ear infections. Trust me, it may sound great to be able to take the easy way for a change, but it will be twice the work in the end, and your baby will be the one to suffer.
Reply:You should never let your baby sleep with a bottle. That will cause damage to his/her gums which prevent teeth from coming in and it will rot any teeth that are there. Just think if you didn't take care of your teeth and they started to get black and fall out. The damage starts at the gums and works its way to your teeth. Same way for a baby. Teeth won't come in because the gums are not healthy. Hope this helps.
Reply:Yes it can the sugar in the juice or milk can eat at his teeth at night and that is what happened to my husband when he was little, he had caps on all of his teeth. Today he has many cavaties and has many root canals. I was never sent to bed with a bottle, i have never had a problem with my baby teeth and to this date (am 32) I still do not have a single cavity
Reply:Tooth decay can't happen unless there are teeth, but you want to start off when good dental habits early so you won't have to break bad habits later. When happens is sugars (or the starches in starchy food) from food stay on the teeth and provide food for bacteria. The bacteria cause the tooth decay. This is why it is so important to brush their teeth after meals and before bedtime. If there is water in the bottle, this won't cause problems. Formula will cause problems. Breast milk does not cause tooth decay. It has antibacterial components in it. However, breast milk mixed with a little bit of food will cause tooth decay so it is really important to brush their teeth well.
Reply:Remove it now. Even milk will rot teeth out, purely doing what you are doing. We see many children with exactly the same problem. Your child will have black stumps which look awlful and will require a general anaesthetic to remove all the decayed teeth. Then there will be possibly problems with the second teeth, as the first teeth provide spacing for permanent teeth to come through. Common probelm which is fully preventable.
Reply:Talk to your pediatrician about fluoride drops. Doctors usually prescribe these when your baby is born. Also do not give your baby soda or sugary things like Koolaid , these aid in tooth decay. At 7 months old you should introduce the sippy cup to your baby. Also, talk this over with your pediatrician maybe he can steer you in the right direction to preventing your baby to get tooth decay.

Tooth Ache

Why do teeth decay when we're alive, but don't when we die?

Cause you're not drinking coke when you're dead.





Seriously. Decay is caused by acid producing bacteria in your mouth. Those bacteria thrive on sugar.





When you die, the living part of the tooth decays (pulp). The tooth itself is like bone. It just dries out.

Why do teeth decay when we're alive, but don't when we die?
Because when we die, they are no longer in use. there is no more wear and tear, build up of tartar due to eating and saliva, and the tissue is dead.
Reply:The process of decaying in teeth occurs naturally as sugar compounds from our diet denaturate, thus creating acid which, in turn, errodes our teeth. So, as when one is dead, he/she doesn't eat anymore, his or her teeth won't decay.
Reply:no clue!!!
Reply:When we die we lose the three typical factors causing tooth decay.these are carbohydrates...saliva and acid producing bacteria.


however having toothdecay is in so many instances better than being dead!!
Reply:Bacteria feed on the residue of food we eat. You dont put any food in your mouth after you die, so the bacteria starve. Tooth decay is one of thousands of bad things you avoid by being dead. Saliva fights decay, but the most effective method to stop tooth decay is euthanasia.


How long would it take for a tooth pulled out to heal??

i have bad breath, i had a tooth wich was tooth decayed, i thought the smell was coming from that tooth but i got it pulled out and i still seem to have bad breath, do u think the smell will go away when the tooth heals or what should i do??

How long would it take for a tooth pulled out to heal??
brush your teeth n toungue every mornings, evenings, and nights.....also buy lots of gum
Reply:My opnion is bad breath is caused by germs that you pick up as time goes by. I'm 64 and have noticed my breath getting worse as I get older I believe you can pick up permanent germs just from kissing. For SURE you can get hepatitis from kissing. Have you ever noticed the improvement in your breath after a round of anti-biotics? I don't know the date you submitted this, as by now, it's probably healed but it's 2 or 3 days to calm down and a couple weeks to totally healed.


Teeth decay problems...?

We inherited a Yorkshire, she's about 12 years old, somewhat happy, sleeps a lot but still spry. The previous owners never took her to a vet for dental care and now her teeth are deteriorating. It cost too much to have them fixed or torn out. She cannot bite on anything except soft dog food. What can I do to help keep them somewhat healthier and thus keep our little Roxy happy in her senior years? Answers muchly appreciated.

Teeth decay problems...?
There's nothing you can do to help her at this point except have those teeth pulled. Serious tooth and gum problems often leads to other major health issues, like kidney, liver or heart trouble - that's why dental care is so important.
Reply:you need to take her to a vet if a dog has dental problems they cant eat try an animal charity and see if you can get the treatment at a reduced cost
Reply:It will be tough, but try to find a dog tooth brush and tooth paste. It probally wont help the current issue, you need a vet for that, but it may fix issues that will come up later.
Reply:Unfortunately there is nothing that can really be done except dental work by your vet. Everything for dental care that you will find in the store is worthless and just something to make a buck! It is a shame that dental care is expensive but it is some what of a necessity for a happier longer life. There are bacteria’s in the mouth that can be detrimental to your dog…..gum disease, bad for the heart and can take years off your dogs life!
Reply:I just lost my little girl Yorkie at 15 yrs old..miss her so bad..She had bad dental problems too, probably because she had no dental care before we found her on the street. We had to have some of her teeth removed, they caused her too much pain and were causing infections in her gums..We just had them done one by one as we could afford it. You have to fix this, she will be in pain and eventually won't be able to eat. Also if you wait until she's any older, It will be too risky to do any type of minor surgery,such as teeth cleaning, on her. Just save up money little by little. She's worth it, isn't she?
Reply:you have to feed her hard dog food or her teeth will keep on getting worse. you can try to ether mix some canned dog food in with the dry food or soak the hard food in water or milk to make it easier for her.
Reply:there is not much you can do because the main problem is because of her old age, but try to find a moist food with not a lot of sugar, wet/moist food decays dogs teeth severly, they need to eat hard food because it helps to chip of the tartar, but if she can not eat hard food just try to get her a soft food with not a lot of sugar, and try to get a dog finger tooth brush or actual toothbrush with doggy toothpaste to help with her teeth, good luck
Reply:Try www.painfreepet.com - they have something called flex gel that is great for older pets. The hyaluronic acid reduces inflammation, and will help eat away the tartar. I have heard numerous pet owners rave about it! I bet it will help her feel younger as well.





At this point, feeding her soft food won't hurt, as long as she is getting adequate nutrition and not have any 'pottying' troubles.





Good luck - I wish you well.


How long does it take for for the pain to be unbearable when your Wisdom tooth is decaying?

At the moment i only have trouble at night when i lie down, i went to the Dentist %26amp; they prescribed me Metrenadozile (however u spell it), they said if it doesnt settle down then it needs to come out, my Wisdom tooth started having a dull pain %26amp; sensative to cold fluids about 2 weeks ago, how long does it really take for the pain to be continious/persistant, its also decaying the Dentist said.





By the way what does it mean when the Dentist says its the back tooth, i dont think its the one right at the back (last one) cud be any Wisdom tooth right?

How long does it take for for the pain to be unbearable when your Wisdom tooth is decaying?
its about time to get it out. If you have pain in the night times %26amp; dont get proper sleep, that means you have an abcess. Metranedazol will not help. Its just an anti amebic. You need anti biltic %26amp; a pain killer.
Reply:The ones in the very back are the wisdom teeth.. You definitely need to have it removed. It only gets worse.
Reply:LISTEN TO ME..I AM THE WISDOM TOOTH QUEEN.....!!





joking,,, well not really, i had to have mine out really, tell your dentist to stop pissing around take it out!!





It took 10 seconds and cost me £85 but now i am on a floating cloud !
Reply:its an horrible pain try painkillers and soft food no hot or cold brush lightly
Reply:see another dentist


one that actually seems to know what he's doing
Reply:When the bacteria get to work on the dentine, the soft tissue in the tooth, you will be in agony
Reply:once the abcess forms, then you will learn what the word pain really means. get it sorted now before that day comes.
Reply:Trust me you do not want to wait for the pain to become unbearable. If your tooth is decaying, should come out....so make an appointment to get it taken out. Wisdom teeth are so far back that it's hard to brush them and they are mostly useless for chewing and anything anyway.


If you're worried about what it's like to get the wisdom tooth out, ask the dentist who will be doing the surgery your questions. Usually they will numb the area, then put in an anesthetic (to put you to sleep OR just for the tooth area). You won't feel anything while they take out the teeth. After you will feel a bit weak and should rest for a few days and carefully follow the directions for care that they will give you. You will have to eat soft foods, drink plenty of fluids, get lots of rest, and avoid strenuous exercise or alcohol since these things can make the gums bleed.


If your mouth is sore after the surgery, they will either prescribe you a pain-killer or you can take ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin), which is over-the-counter.
Reply:How fast that happens depends on how you take care of it. The ACT (Anti-Cavity Treatment) they sell at the store has flouride in it and will slow down decay, but this will not fix the problem. Also, it can abscess and then you will have bigger, more expensive problems to deal with. You should get it taken care of as soon as you can. The wisdom teeth ARE the very back teeth, most people have 4 - two on each side, top and bottom.
Reply:There is not reason to save that tooth, it is a wisdom tooth! Out my friend!
Reply:yeh hes right - ure better get them out and i can assure u from experience recently that getting them out is no barrel of laughs - i got two out and was in some discomfort for the best part of a week
Reply:you got 32 teeth in total they all got different names as for the pain it could take mouths and when 1 stop the other 1 may start .if you got to have it out very pain full .ask the dentist which tooth do she mean
Reply:Some nice answers already .


My advice?.. take it out ASAP if it is hurting. I foolishly tied to hang on to mine and went for 2 months until I was in absolute agony .


The dentist was going to take it out straight away and after the novacaine and other painkillers away he went .





SNAP ( that was my wisdom tooth ( well what was left of it splitting in 2 ) it did this when he tried to get a purchase on it to pull it . The tooth sheared in 2 right below gum level. This then went worse as each time he tried to grip a piece of tooth it sheard clean off . I was left with pieces of tooth and root still in my gum.


The operation/procedure was booked for 25 mins but I was actually in the dentist chair for 2 hours! I had to have reconstructive work done on my lower Jaw as some of the bone had to be removed to get to the tooth . I was of course covered in blood too .and my jaw ached for days from having to try and keep it open.





It was of course much better after the stitches were removed and a 3 week rest.


As I said get rid ASAP if its causing probs .
Reply:Hello, First...there is no predictable time table as to when your infected tooth will give you more pain than you think you can take...One thing though, when that times comes, for some reason it seems to hit you after 5 PM or on a weekend when no help is available. It doesn't make since that the DDS would not be emphatic about removing the tooth now, if it is a wisdom tooth. Letting you linger on until the pain really sets in isn't my idea of being professional. As for where the pain is exactly coming from, it's not at all unusual for the pain to feel like it's coming from one tooth when in reality it's coming from a another one. Regardless of which tooth it is, you need to deal with it now. Decay is one thing, but if there is also abscess infection around the tooth, your risking infectious bacteria getting into your blood stream and that can create additional health issues. Good luck and I wish you well.

Electric Scooter

What is the chance of a decayed wisdom tooth falling apart during extraction? Should I be awake?

I am 35 years old, and my upper left wisdom tooth is very decayed is broken (pieces are missing.) I am going for a consultation later today with an oral/maxillofacial surgeon. The receptionist said that if I only need to be numb he may be able to extract it today saving me the additional $185 consultation fee. But if I need to be asleep I'll have to reschedule. I know there is a good chance the tooth could crumble into a million pieces as it is being pulled due to the decay. How likely is that? Also, if there is a good chance of that happening, with then the tooth being taken out piece by piece, should I be awake or have IV sedation? I also keep hearing about the awful noise you hear whem it is extracted while you are awake, and about the painful injections to numb the area. (Injections that can make you gag, I've heard. I gag easily.) Also, if it;s infected, do I need to take antibiotics first to get rid of the infection before it is pulled so that that the infection doesn't spread?

What is the chance of a decayed wisdom tooth falling apart during extraction? Should I be awake?
The decision as to whether you need to be asleep is up to you and your dentist. I have seen many, many patients do well under the conditions you are describing.





Yes, a tooth can break apart and can be brittle when an extraction is performed. I have worked with dentists who have easily removed broken reamining pieces with ease. It all depends on the dentist performing the treatment and also depends on how broken down the tooth is.





As for the antibiotic, yes, it is a good idea to have antibiotics prior to any treatment, so the anesthetic will work more effeciently...this also aleviates pressure caused by swelling from infection.





Question regarding the anesthetic...do you gag due to the topical gel placed in the mouth prior to the anesthetic? Or do you gag from opening your mouth? I know sometimes that topical gel can cause gagging with senstive patients. Let your dentist know prior to any treatment being done. This will give them a heads up so you'll be more comfortable.





Best of luck to you. :)
Reply:I think you will do fine! :) Keep your chin up. Report It

Reply:I don't know if it will fall apart, i dont know about the infection either. but let me say this. Pay the money and go under. I had all four of mine done at once and it is a good thing i did because the next time i need a tooth pulled they are all coming out at once. It hurt so bad afterwards. Go under. They had to cut the corners of my mouth because i have a small mouth, and cut my gums, and hold my mouth open for a long time. My jaw hurt just as much as my gums did when it was over. go under.
Reply:If it is infected, you would need to start taking antibiotics a couple days prior to the removal to help prevent it spreading afterwards. The tooth may well break apart while he tries to remove it, but at that point you would be numb or asleep either way. What you chose really depends on how tough a cookie you feel you are, and what you think you'd prefer. IV sedation doesn't necessarily put you to sleep. You are really in a kind of twilight sleep as a rule, where you respond to things like questions, but you feel pretty mellow and just don't mind what's going on. With that sort of sedation, you will still get a local anesthetic. With a general anesthetic you are asleep completely, and don't get the injections at all because they aren't needed. For just one tooth, and in the upper jaw, the local won't be that bad- no worse than the injection for other jaw teeth. You might hear some noise, as it is close to the ear, but you can cover that with an IPod and your favorite tunes. IV sedation or the general (also done via IV) will mean you have to hang around longer, because you can't leave until you are back on your feet, going to the bathroom and holding liquids. And you have to have somebody to do the driving. With the local, you can drive yourself if you need to. No matter what, you will get painkillers to cover when the local wears off, or when you wake up post op. You will have to discuss all the options with the oral surgeon though, after he's had a chance to look at the tooth in person and evaluate what's going to be needed.
Reply:OMG I feel your pain...I too have wisdom teeth that are broken, I am going to my consultation this Thursday...I am SCARED of dentists, like I get anxiety just thinking of them. SO i am going to pay the extra money to be put under, I cant stand the thought of being awake while they do that! I have been awake to have a tooth pulled and vowed to never do that again!! I was petrified the whole time, while i didnt feel PAIN i felt the pressure and the noises awww groossss. Please message me and let me know how it goes, as I am going on Thursday and am scared!!!
Reply:I'm not a qualified dentist (yet) so first off you should ask your dentist about any concerns you have. (S)He is duty bound to explain the pro's and con's (not just financial) of the two treatments so that you are capable of making an informed choice about it. Also they should be happy to ease you mind about things I'm assuming your friends have told you about treatments they've had.





The "awful" noise isn't too bad. I've never had a tooth pulled so I can't tell you what it feels like but the noise is a kind of a loudish cracking nut shell sound. The injection shouldn't be painful if it's done correctly and definately shouldn't make you gag. If it's done correctly you'll feel a little spot in your gum feel a bit uncofortable but not painful.





I've seen a tooth (which was mostly filling) crumble but the dentist I was shadowing was very skilled and just gave the guy a bit more pain relief (just incase), drilled the root out and sewed his gum up.





Hope that helps.
Reply:I have never had this done (yet but will one day) but if it were me, I think I would choose the iv sedation. One being I could take a little nap and the other being I don't like needles in my mouth. If it is abscessed he might want you to take antibiotics first, but if it is just decayed it is possible there is no need for them. It is possible that it could break into several pieces. I had a tooth pulled one time (6 weeks after giving birth by c-section) and it was one that had been filled when I was a child and had decayed under the filling. Part of it had broken off while I was eating. When he went too pull it, it broke in half. Thank goodness he had deaden it well. Good luck and I hope you do well.


Teeth Decay Already?????

Am wondering if I got a few teeth pulled and the rest cleaned, is there a chance I can keep my remaining teeth assuming that I take care of them or is no hope?

Teeth Decay Already?????
This will really be best answered by your dentist. It's impossible to say without knowing the condition of your teeth, tissue and bone surrounding the teeth.





It’s likely that "if the teeth" aren’t mobile or loose from perio disease, they can be saved or restored by your dentist. Then with your commitment to excellent home care you can maintain these teeth for many years to come.





Before considering removing any teeth, discuss your options with your dentist about saving them or how to restore your dentition with a partial or bridge work to replace the extracted teeth.





The worst case scenario would be that "none are restorable" or advisable to retain, then your dentist would recommend the removal of all remaining teeth and doing an immediate denture. Trust your dentist to advise you in all aspects of your teeth and mouth.





Hope I’ve been of some help and that you will discuss all of your options with your dentist. He can advise you the best way to retain your natural dentition. There is nothing better than your natural teeth, but there are alternative methods that can be used.
Reply:Yes there's definitely a chance that you can keep your as long as you keep them clean like you said. I actually just read last week that researchers are developing an anti-cavity shot since they consider cavity like an infection. So stay healthy and keep your teeth clean, you won't have to worry about wearing a denture. Can you also put an input on my discussion group since I answered yours http://groups.yahoo.com/group/whoisyourd... . Thank you.
Reply:"already" What age?


Decay does not spread from tooth to tooth although it can affect teeth side by side because of similar conditions. Pulling solid teeth instead of filling them is not going to save other teeth. You are probably going to have to change your habits to keep your teeth not just "the rest cleaned" - including seeing a dentist more often, cleaning soon after eating and perhaps avoiding foods that jam into the tooth spaces and promote decay.


I grew up before fluoride treatment was widespread and have a mouthful of metal, some of which has been replaced as old fillings broke down including some crowns where so much of the tooth was gone it couldn't be filled any more. I have had several root canal jobs which have been much less painful than people report. All the teeth in my mouth have their own roots and one place on the side where extraction was done is empty because I don't want to strip the teeth beside the gap to install a bridge and don't see a need to pay the cost.
Reply:Sure you can keep your teeth, just brush and floss 3 times a day, and make sure you go to your dentist regularly, and you should be just fine.

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Laser Tooth Fillings?

My dentist is going to do some fillings on my tooth decays. I have quite a few tiny decays that needed to be filled by using Laser tooth fillings. I've been quoted that it'll cost a couple of hundred dollars to a few hundreds. Are these cost for per tooth? How expensive/affordable is laser fillings in Australia? I've done research on the net and it seems that there are not many Australian dentists using laser tooth fillings.

Laser Tooth Fillings?
"Laser fillings" have nothing to do with the color of the restorations, nor with the actual type of fillings placed. The laser is only used in the conservative removal of the decayed tooth structure, not in the restoration process. First, the dentist removes the decay with the laser, then puts the white filling material into the tooth (also called "bonding" or "composite"). Amalgam, or "silver," fillings can actually still be done on a tooth that has had the decay removed by laser. In the U.S. the fees for fillings range from $100-$300 per tooth depending on office location and type of filling being done. Our office uses a laser called the Biolase, but not very often. It is more applicable to soft tissue surgery rather than hard tissue removal, especially where there are existing fillings that need to be replaced. I hope this helps.
Reply:laser tooth fillings is popular nowadays... in the past peolpe use amalgam... yap it's per tooth and it depends on how many surface you have cavities... if you have bigger cavities... then it means bigger pay! heheheheh...





%26gt;yah, it's good that your fillings is laser because it is the same color as your teeth. when you want to smile people will not see the "iron" thing if it is amalgam...


How does teeth decay occur. I know from lack of good hygiene but seriously.?

I have problems with my teeth, as everyone else does; but, my enamel tends to break at the gum line. I know this is bad, but the most dental visits that i can remember is 6-10. I dont have all the money in the world to spend a fortune on my teeth because I am trying to get through college. Anywho, my dentist said that he was not going to do any work to my teeth unless i started a diet analysis. I have cut down on drink and sugar, but is that nessasary? I mean, i brush my teeth morning and night. Could there be anything such as bad teeth genes? He said no, but I don't know. Or is he saying that he sugar and carbonated drinks produce a certain type of acid in your body that hurts your teeth? I have no idea and would like some great help.. Please.. Thanks...

How does teeth decay occur. I know from lack of good hygiene but seriously.?
yeah i here you with the money issue it gets expensive but a have a few things to suggest mouthwash is a great thing i personally like Crest mouthwash due to it doesn't have the burn that the other brand does but still works just as good and of course brush your teeth in the morning after breakfast not when you wake up because you brush your teeth at night before you go to bed and the toothpaste i recommend is Colgate sense your enamle is rough then use Colgate Luminous its great for enamle rebuilding,well of course cugar is not the best thing for your teeth but its not just sugar its a combination of things like eating candy and not brushing . now also keep in mind some people have weak teeth you can get it from your father or mother its where your teeth just aren;t as strong as they should be. but i can thell you what i did ,,when i was young i never really took care of my teeth and then when i was about 17 i had to go and have too teeth extracted do to they had rotten i just let them go over my younger years and even thought when i was about 15 i cracked down and really started taking care of them it was too late but the best thing is to go see the dentist i paid 60 and why i say that is go there and tell them i want to know whats going on and what needs to be done also i ahd xrays taken and that was included in the 60 and once i new what i ahd to do i just did it one step at a time and if your do have cavities then have them filled its alot nicer to have the tooth there and not have to pull one. i hope i was some help and i wish you the best
Reply:it does.
Reply:Tooth decay is caused by a buildup of plaque and tartar that eat away at the tooth lining. The best way to prevent it is to brush AND floss regularly and go to the dentist twice a year.
Reply:dental caries are the result of bacteria that eat away the tooth enamel. Too much sugar gives the bacteria too much food and the progression speeds up. You need to floss as well as brush and make sure you stimulate your gums too by brushing them gently as well.
Reply:Your dentist is right. Soft drinks and sugar are the worst thing for your teeth's enamel!
Reply:The bacteria that breaksdown your enamel feeds on the sugar that's in your mouth after eating pretty much any food.


Once that enamel is broken down bacteria can get into the soft part of your teeth and the infection begins.


How can I tell if a tooth is decayed all the way to the root?

I have a tooth that is really bothering me and I don't know if it is because it is decayed all the way to the root or not. When I have the pain it feels like I have a really bad sharp shooting pain.

How can I tell if a tooth is decayed all the way to the root?
get to a dentist right away, you just might have a small cavity that just needs to be filled.
Reply:Duh, go to a dentist.
Reply:Hon, it sounds like you probably need to go to the dentist nad get the tooth x-rayed. It may be able to be saved with a root canal or it may need to be pulled. You might have an infection and need antibiotics. Please don't let it go! I work in a hospital and we had a young lady as a patient that had a tooth that had become abcessed and the abcess traveled to her brain and almost killed her and created all kinds of problems. I definitely recommend a dentist visit.
Reply:I think you maybe confusing "root" and "nerve". The root is the part of the tooth that anchors it in the gum. If the decay has reached this far, it's most likely too late to save it. If it has hit the nerve, these are the questions we ask a patient to help determin the severity of a problem.





Is it sensitive to cold?


Generally if the answer is yes, then a routine filling will fix the problem in most cases.





Is it sensitive to hot?


If the answer is yes, then the decay has progressed into the nerve and will most likely need endodontic treatment (root canal)





Is it sensitive to pressure?


This will indicate an infection and need for a root canal.





If it is just sensitive to sweets, then it is an early cavity and should be filled before any of the other sensitivities occur.


Once the decay hits the root of the tooth (the part below the gum line, not the nerve) the tooth is almost always lost.
Reply:you probably need to go to the dentist. It my be something major.


Should I have my tooth extracted or have a root canal done, it's my last molar and there is severe decay to it

I can't really afford the $1100 it will cost for a post and crown but I was told my top molar will eventually fall out because it will have nothing to bite against when I close my mouth. Do you think that's just a line to get me to spend the money? I had never heard of that happening to anyone. Thanks for input!

Should I have my tooth extracted or have a root canal done, it's my last molar and there is severe decay to it
If its the last molar,3rd molar that is,go for extraction.No dentist does root canal treatment for the 3rd molar,since its very far back and sometimes,you'd find not just two or three canals,accessory canals(extra canals more)may be present,which would be more difficult for the dentist part and your part as well. (If ever,you're dentist does a root canal,then he's a hero.) Anyway,if its the last molar,it'll be non-functional.So I'd say go for the extraction.That's what we do and tell our patients.You could spend your money tp some other things,maybe a filling on one of your cavities,or cleaning! :p
Reply:i say go 4 the extracted if u n pain and don't want 2 b any more go 4 the extracted i did it didn't hurt much after and after a week u feel no pain at all as for a root canal i hear hurt a lot and u mayb in like 1 year have to have the tooth pulled anyway so i go with the extracted
Reply:In my experience you will just loose it anyway. So why go to the cost of a root canal and crown. Just yank it and have it done with. Good luck.
Reply:It is true that your top molar will come down out of your gums further. I don't know that it would just "fall out" but the roots will become exposed, and that's painful, unless you never eat anything cold or hot , or sweet ....
Reply:Get the tooth extracted. If you look like a gummy bear afterwards, as you might....get a bridge or something then.





Mind you....if its the last molar the rest of your gums and teeth must be in a yucky position too. Why not pull the whole lot and go for a proper full of dentures? No need to do the jobby, one by painstakingly one.
Reply:Put it this way, it will cost you a couple hundred bucks to extract it, should you decide down the road that you want that tooth replaced you have 2 options. 1. implant-- they cost about 4,000$ each. 2. Have a metal partial denture made from 800-1500$. Also, the tooth on the top will come down it is just a matter of time. It may not fall out but it will eventually super erupt. Here's a picture of a super eruption, no tooth was opposing it so it just went to the path of least resistance.


http://www.docere.com/MessageBoard/UserU...





You do have a 3rd option, that is when you have the tooth extracted you can just leave the area alone and it may just be fine. But if that upper molar has no opposing tooth or does not encounter some type of resistance, there is a good chance it will start to move.





Realize also you are going to be losing a lot of biting surface area, your molars are the workhorses of grinding and pounding your food, without the use of these teeth you put increased stress on your other teeth. Your other teeth have less root surface area and are much skinnier than your molars. Choose very wisely and be cautious of those who tell you to get rid of the tooth right now. It will cost you more in the long run.
Reply:Years ago, I had root canals on four of my teeth; two on each side of my mouth. I also had surgery on the same areas to thoroughly clean the roots of those teeth. Little did I know that ten years or so later I would have to have those same teeth pulled.


If you don't want to have the post and crown done; just get it pulled. A tooth is a tooth. When you start loosing them it gets serious. It's better to have a few good teeth than to have false teeth. They get big bucks for pulling teeth. I stopped going to a dentist because he was a puller. I told him more than once;"Why don't you want to do everything to save teeth? If you pull them all; you won't have any customers." We found out later from another dentist that he will pull anything. We found another dentist.





In the future, starting today, let your teeth be your number one priority. Do everything that you can to be good to them. Floss every day and brush often. Be careful of your gums. Don't brush them away from your teeth. A water-pic helps greatly to get in between your teeth. A wise investment.
Reply:I had a root canal done in November. Three months later I was still having major pain. I couldn't sleep on the side the root canal was done so when I went to see my dentist yet again for the pain, he ended up pulling the darn tooth! So here it is in April and I'm still having problems with pain. I've seen him twice this week, including today, because I feel something sharp under my gums where the tooth was extracted. He tells me it's the end of the socket and he'll round it off when he does my implant. But I'm not getting an implant. That would be another $2,000 out of pocket, so what in the heck am I suppose to do? I'd stay away from the root canal and just extract it. It's cheaper and it'll be over in a few minutes compared to waiting a couple of weeks for the permanent crown. I will never have another root canal if it was brought up to me. Good luck.
Reply:While it would be the cheaper alternative right now to have the tooth extracted,nothing is better then your natural tooth.If you have the tooth extracted,to restore chewing function and to prevent adjacent teeth from shifting,the extracted tooth must be replaced with an implant or bridge.This would require surgery or dental procedures on adjacent healthy teeth and can be far more costly and time consuming than a root canal and restoration of the natural tooth.





No matter how effective modern tooth replacements are,and they can be very effective,nothing is as good as a natural tooth.

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I found out today that one of my wisdom tooth is decaying,will the decaying spread to the other teeth?

I had a terrible toothache today, so I looked in the mirror and found that one of my wisdom tooth at the extreme back of my upper jaw is almost half gone. If I dont get it removed, let it rot ( m really scared of going to the dentist), will the decaying spread to my other adjacent tooth as well? will the decaying be spreadin to all my teeth? I m a chocoholic.I eat too much of sweets and cakes and pastries.Just wanna know whether my entire set of teeth would start rotting if I dont get the bad one out soon?

I found out today that one of my wisdom tooth is decaying,will the decaying spread to the other teeth?
yes it can. %26amp; you can get an abscese if you leave it to decay.
Reply:I doubt the decay will spread to the other teeth or your jaw bone before the pain becomes so incredibly painful that you'll BEG a dentist to take it out!! Get over your fear of dentists!!! The decay WILL SPREAD if you don't get it removed, and it can include your jaw bone as well as neighboring teeth, and if you think you're scared of dentists now, you just wait till you have to have your jawbone worked on, and two or three teeth worked on instead of just one. GET TO THE DENTIST, SCARED OR NOT!!!!!!! You'll truly regret the day you kept putting it off or tried to survive the extreme pain you're going to be getting. God Bless you.
Reply:Yes it will spread. If one of your teeth are decayed it's probably due to an enamal deficiancy. I have the same problem, decayed teeth and frightened of dentists, but ive let it go for so long that all my teeth are ruined so that trip to the dentist is going to be really scary. I suggest you take care of it now, it will prevent further damage, if you let it go it wiil just get worse and then you'll really be scared. As far as eating sweets, try to brush or use mouthwash afterwards every time.
Reply:Decay does not spread to other teeth. Although, seeing as you do eat alot of sweets there may be several other teeth in your mouth that currently have decay in them. If you don't get this tooth removed it can lead to severe pain and swelling over time. You do need to get this tooth extracted as soon as possible for the simple fact that it can cause infection. Your other teeth are not at any risk of getting decay from this one tooth, they are though at risk due to the high amount of sweets you consume. Good Luck, don't be scared, you'll be fine.
Reply:Hey sweetie,


I know your scared but you need to go to the dentist. I've been a dental assistant for a long time and with a situation like yours things will only get worse. If it is decay that you have, then you will probably one day wake up with a swollen jaw and alot of discomfort. Also alot of people mistake regular molars for wisdome teeth. So, if you go to the dentist, the first thing they will want to do is take an xray and diagnose the problem. (easy) Then once the know what the problem is they can advise you of the treatment needed. Don't be alarmed if they give you a full diagnosis and want to take a full set of xrays.This is best so you know what is going on in your mouth and so you can maybe create a game plan to get your treatment done. REMEMBER .....THE LONGER YOU WAIT, THINGS WILL ONLY GET WORSE.


As for the fear, I do understand. In this day and age there are alot of options for the way you can have dental treatment done without too much discomfort at all. Explain your fears to your dentist or his assistant.Think about these things before your appointment so you have a better idea of what to tell the Dentist; What is your main fear? What might help you get through your appointment (music, a friend?or maybe just having someone there talking to you so you wont have too much time to think about other things. I liked to hold my patients hand if they were scared, adults and children.So please, please take a moment to call your dentist. Don't wait. And as for the chochoholic in you.....just remember to brush after your meals and snacks and floss at least once a day!


It really dose help, even for a chochoholic.
Reply:No, the good news is that the decay will not spread to other teeth unless of course you don't brush your other teeth. The bad news is that you do need to get it out sooner than later. The reason that wisdom tooth is decaying in the first place is that it is difficult for you to clean the tooth. If the decaying part is anywhere near the adjacent tooth, than it is possible that you have difficultly cleaning that tooth too and it could be decaying as well. Go see a dentist now because if you let it rot, it could swell up and develop into an infection. A lot of people are nervous/afraid/ terrified about going to the dentist but just think about how relieved you will be once you have that problem taken care of.
Reply:Yes, it can even get even deeper till the nerve becomes bare, then I'm sorry to tell you that the pain will be intolerable. It can also spread to the adjacent ones if not taken care of.





Please go to dentist. They give anesthesia so that you don't feel any pain, while the dentist fixes it, so don't worry and please go see a dentist as soon as possible.





Be sure to give your teeth a good brushing after you eat anything, especially sweet.


Good luck and hope you are OK soon


If I left a tooth in a glass of water with a pH of 8, would it begin to decay?

pH%26lt;7 so tooth will begin to decay. I guess toothpastes we use have bases in them. So i don't think that the tooth will decay in the basic solution.


Can medications and mental disorders cause tooth problems?

Can certain types of medications and mental disorders cause problems with tooth decay, growth, losing, regrowing, etc...

Can medications and mental disorders cause tooth problems?
Sure.


Many medications affect calcium absorption, and can lead to tooth decay.


Some mental disorders can have tooth-grinding as a symptom, and this can cause damage to teeth and ultimately decay.


I never heard of re-growing teeth, but I suppose it is possible?


Anyway, if you are being treated for mental disorders, you should probably see your dentist more than once a year.
Reply:YES - some have dry mouth as a side effect and I probably lost a permanent tooth cause of it (as well as major decay inothers)








be careful of serequel!
Reply:Dilantin used to treat seizures causes gum problems.


The gums begin to grow down over the teeth and become very sensitive.
Reply:i know that certain medications can cause tooth decay, i've heard of certain diet and energy pills doing it....but not sure of mental disorders
Reply:Certain types of medications (such as the ones given for bipolar disorder) can cause teeth to decay faster. It depends on a lot of things: the type of medicine, the user's habits, dental care, etc.





Good luck! :)
Reply:Really bad anxiety can cause you to grind your teeth and clech your jaw even when you sleep.
Reply:only if the meds cause gnashing of teeth and biting bones in half?


Due to Gum Problem,Now I have a loose tooth.?Help!!!???

My Gum hurts.Swollen and pain.Dentist sugest to remove my tooth.I do not have a tooth decay.Is it there any other way?

Due to Gum Problem,Now I have a loose tooth.?Help!!!???
You might have periodontal disease, my husband had the same problem, at early age, 30-35, and he had all his teeth pulled out and had implants the whole mouth.(65,000.00$) Now,there are some natural remedies for your condition, before its too late, like my husbands case. Coenzyme Q10 200mg, its what you need, right now,and please visit the sites that I give you, it might be a big help.


http://www.uncleharrys.com/testify.php


http://www.ascendedhealth.com/gum-diseas...
Reply:If you have gum swelling and pain due to a tooth abcess (which is sometimes caused by trauma, not decay) then your likely options would be to have a root canal or have the tooth out. If the bone support around the tooth is poor due to periodontal (bone) disease then it would likely be recommended to extract (remove) the tooth. If in doubt, take your xray of the area that the dentist probably already took when they examined it, and go to another dentist for a 2nd opinion.





Good luck!


JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
Reply:This can be caused due to bruxism (grinding your teeth). You could actually be grinding your teeth so hard during sleep that you loosened your tooth without you even knowing--except that you now have a loose tooth. Without decay or an abscess, I'd be very skeptical about removing a tooth--as would most dentists concerned about YOU. A typical remedy is a custom-fitted mouthguard to wear at night, which, if your dentist didn't recommend that first (without obvious decay or an abscess), I'd look for another dentist.





In the meantime, try rinsing your mouth GOOD with warm saltwater every night and flossing. You could just have a minor irritation of the gums--sometimes a stray popcorn hull will lodge itself deeply and brushing won't get it out.





Periodontal disease is gum disease, (not bone--check www.ada.org for basic information before trying to state a fact). If your gums are bleeding and your teeth are wobbly, you may have periodontal disease.
Reply:When mother Nature has provided us with such a simple and easy treatment to cure diseases and even to avoid them we all must follow the instructions given by her. These Therapies only help Nature to cure us. Let us not ignore Nature in our mad pursuit of science. THIS NATURE'S 'DO IT YOURSELF' ACUPRESSURE THERAPY ITSLEF IS A SCIENCE AND NOT A MATTER OF BELIEF. Try this Therapy sincerely and regularly for at least 15 days and observe its wonderful and amazing result.





Dental care %26amp; mouth care.








After every meal, chew a little salt and gargle with water. Soft brush can be used to clean the particles caught between the teeth and the gums. Make it habit to clean the teeth every morning and before retiring to bed. In India, people use thin twig of a Babul, Banyan or a Neem tree (known as Datoon) as a brush. First it is to be crushed to make it soft and then use it like a brush. It is advisable to us a Datoon of Babul, Banyan or Neem tree at least once a day.





It is reported by experienced dentists that tooth pastes available in the marked are not much effective. Instead, the following tooth powder or paste which can be easily made at home has been found quite useful for the care of gums and teeth :





1. Tooth Powder : Mixture of finely ground alum powder 40% and rock salt or regular salt powder 60%. For better results, a few drops of lemon may be added. In case of dental problems, adding a little of 'Sudarshan' (a bitter Ayrvedic powder is also recommended.





2. Tooth-paste : For dental problems like bleeding, pyorrhoea, toothache,gingivitis, etc. make a paste of





50% alum powder


10% rock salt or table salt powder


10% Sudarshan powder (an Ayurvedic preparation)


15% edible oil (unrefined)


10% glycerine tanic acid


5% camphor.





The paste made of this mixture can be massaged on the teeth and gums in the morning and evening with fingers. It ca be packed in collapsible tubes/jars and used, as tooth-paste.





3. Even massaging the gums with a mixture of 70% unrefined edible oil (seasame or groundnut or coconut), 15% glycerine tanic acid and 15% fine powder of rock salt or table salt is useful for good, healthy teeth and gums. Make it a daily habit. Please not that healthy gums are more useful than sparkling white teeth.





4. Mouth Freshener : Gargling with a lemon juice mixed with lukewarm water, freshens the mouth. Take a quarter of a lemon, massage it on teeth and gums and then gargle with water. Even chewing of mango, tulsi or betel leaves after meals is good, and so it is advised in India.





5. Exercises for teeth : Keep the lips closed. Pound the upper teeth on lower teeth for 30 to 40 times twice a day. Then massage the saliva on gums with the tongue. That will ensure proper blood circulation in teeth and increase the life of healthy teeth and gums.
Reply:no, you need to get it removed!

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Which is better to replace a broken tooth, a root canal or an tooth implant?

My 4th facial molar broke in half today because of tooth decay, so I need to know this asap!

Which is better to replace a broken tooth, a root canal or an tooth implant?
First, place the broken tooth in a sterile, wet cloth (gauze) and rush to your dentist. He might be able to put it back together





If the root is salvageable, it's better to keep it. If the root has to go, then implants are best.
Reply:Ignore your pain. Be a man. It'll make you more strong. Dentists work only to get your money. Show them who's in charge.
Reply:Neither, leave it like it is because it matches the rest of your snags.
Reply:are you a Nascar fan by any chance?
Reply:I would get the root canal and the crown versus the implant because of the cost and because the tooth is so far back in the mouth.


Good Luck.
Reply:a root canal is the procedure the dentist performs to clean out the decay out of the root canal...you'll have to have it done most likely. then a crown will be used to replace the tooth. implants are extremely expensive and are rarely used to replace just one tooth. i've had many root canal procedures...they are not as painful as a lot of people make them out to be. but get to the dentist soon, as the decay is an infection that will abcess if you let it go too long...good luck with this.
Reply:If your tooth is way too far decayed they'll have to pull it, if not then they'll do a root canal and fill in the rest with a cap. Either one isn't that bad, just don't sit there waiting.
Reply:first of all forget the implant thing. Of the people that I know that had them they absolutely hate them. They even look nasty after time. My friends mom had to have all the implants taken out cause they too got bad. Either have the tooth pulled and just deal with the space or have a root canal. I had a root canal and it wasn't that bad. Make sure they give you novacaine (sp?) and gas. Also make sure they give you penicillin or something like that. They were supposed to give it to my son and didn't and he ended up with a wopping infection. But for the most part the root canal would be the best if you didn't wanna have it pulled. Hope you feel better.
Reply:if the broken is in horizontal direction so its better to do root canal filling with compound filling type specially if root is intact ,but in case of vertical # which seperated tooth %26amp;part of root its better to extraction the tooth %26amp;do either bridge or tooth implant.
Reply:If you actually have both alternatives... you should take the root canal treatment... because, still your own tooth and also it´s not as expensive as a dental implant..





Good luck!
Reply:buddy, lemme clear one doubt first before i try to answer.... which tooth is it??? bcoz u said it's 4th facial molar, and a typical human being has got only 3 molars. so i think u got the tooth number wrong, anyways, if it's 3rd molar, the better option is to get it extracted as the roots of 3rd molar are curved and in most of the cases, the rct is not succesful, as far as replacement of the tooth is concerned, wisdom teeth can be done without replacement bcoz it doesn't occlude. i.e it doesn't come in contact with the opposing teeth when u close ur mouth so it serve no useful purpose unless the first and second molar are missing and u need the bridge in that case, third molar can be used for replacement....so, the better judge will be a professionally trained dentist as he will look into the general aspect and if he finds that, the roots are straight and rct can be successful plus the future need of the tooth, like weakened 1st and 2nd molar which may necessitates there replacement at a later date.... then he will try to save the tooth. otherwise, he can safely remove it without any cause of trouble to u.





if it is not wisdom tooth i.e 3rd molar, then it's always better to save the tooth. any prosthesis whatsoever well made can't replace the original thing. the implants are still in trial stages and success rates are very meagre even in hands of trained dentists. while u get gud results of RCT even in the hands of not so gud dentists. so, it's better that u consult a gud endodontist and he will guide u, what way to go.....and make it soon, bcoz the more u delay it, more will be the chances of it getting infected... wishing ur sooner recovery


What is blue tooth?

Well it isn't some strange form of tooth decay as you might initially imagine. Bluetooth is the name of a new technology that is now becoming commercially available. It promises to change significantly the way we use machines.

What is blue tooth?
Bluetooth is an industrial specification for wireless personal area networks (PANs). Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, laptops, PCs, printers, digital cameras, and video game consoles over a secure, globally unlicensed short-range radio frequency. The Bluetooth specifications are developed and licensed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group.





http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluetooth
Reply:it is wll tecnology
Reply:Bluetooth is a sort of connectivity that allows mobiles to send things to each other free of charge.
Reply:Wrong section.





And you just answered your own question.
Reply:why did you ask the question if you knew the answer?
Reply:This article is about the electronic protocol named after Harald "Bluetooth" Gormson. For the person, see Harald I of Denmark.





Bluetooth is an industrial specification for wireless personal area networks (PANs). Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, laptops, PCs, printers, digital cameras, and video game consoles over a secure, globally unlicensed short-range radio frequency. The Bluetooth specifications are developed and licensed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group.





Bluetooth is a standard and communications protocol primarily designed for low power consumption, with a short range (power-class-dependent: 1 meter, 10 meters, 100 meters)[1] based on low-cost transceiver microchips in each device.





Bluetooth enables these devices to communicate with each other when they are in range. The devices use a radio communications system, so they do not have to be in line of sight of each other, and can even be in other rooms, as long as the received transmission is powerful enough.


It has to be noted that in most cases the effective range of class 2 devices is extended if they connect to a class 1 transceiver, compared to pure class 2 network. This is accomplished by higher sensitivity and transmitter power of the Class 1 device. The higher transmitter power of Class 1 device allows higher power to be received by the Class 2 device. Furthermore, higher sensitivity of Class 1 device allows reception of much lower transmitted power of the Class 2 devices. Thus, allowing operation of Class 2 devices at much higher distances. Devices that use a power amplifier on the transmit, have improved receive sensitivity, and highly optimised antennas are available that routinely achieve ranges of 1km[2] within the Bluetooth Class 1 standard.


Version Data Rate





List of applications





More prevalent applications of Bluetooth include:





* Wireless control of and communication between a mobile phone and a hands-free headset or car kit. This was one of the earliest applications to become popular.


* Wireless networking between PCs in a confined space and where little bandwidth is required.


* Wireless communications with PC input and output devices, the most common being the mouse, keyboard and printer.


* Transfer of files between devices with OBEX.


* Transfer of contact details, calendar appointments, and reminders between devices with OBEX.


* Replacement of traditional wired serial communications in test equipment, GPS receivers, medical equipment, bar code scanners, and traffic control devices.


* For controls where infrared was traditionally used.


* Sending small advertisements from Bluetooth enabled advertising hoardings to other, discoverable, Bluetooth devices.


* Seventh-generation game consoles—Nintendo Wii[3], Sony PlayStation 3—use Bluetooth for their respective wireless controllers.


* Receiving commercial advertisements ("spam") via a kiosk, e.g. at a movie theatre or lobby





[edit] Bluetooth vs. Wi-Fi in networking





Bluetooth and Wi-Fi have slightly different applications in today's offices, homes, and on the move: setting up networks, printing, or transferring presentations and files from PDAs to computers. Both are versions of unlicensed spread spectrum technology.





Bluetooth differs from Wi-Fi in that the latter provides higher throughput and covers greater distances, but requires more expensive hardware and higher power consumption. They use the same frequency range, but employ different multiplexing schemes. While Bluetooth is a cable replacement for a variety of applications, Wi-Fi is a cable replacement only for local area network access. Bluetooth is often thought of as wireless USB, whereas Wi-Fi is wireless Ethernet, both operating at much lower bandwidth than the cable systems they are trying to replace. However, this analogy is not entirely accurate since any Bluetooth device can, in theory, host any other Bluetooth device—something that is not universal to USB devices, therefore it would resemble more a wireless Firewire.
Reply:BlueTooth is a specification for the use of low-power radio communications to wirelessly link phones, computers and other network devices over short distances. The name "Bluetooth" is borrowed from Harald Bluetooth, a king in Denmark more than 1,000 years ago.


Bluetooth technology was designed primarily to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices and peripherals, including cell phones, PDAs, and wireless headsets. Wireless signals transmitted with Bluetooth cover short distances, typically up to 30 feet (10 meters). Bluetooth devices generally communicate at less than 1 Mbps.
Reply:It is a wireless technology that can be used to transfer data without wire between blue tooth enabled machines, e.g., Laptop, Mobile.
Reply:Bluetooth enables the devices to communicate with each other when they are in any range.it is a wireless control of and communication between a mobile phone and a hands-free headset
Reply:Bluetooth


A wireless personal area network (WPAN) standard for short-range transmission of digital voice and data. Bluetooth is widely used for hands-free cellphone operation, including wireless headsets and connecting to Bluetooth-enabled automobiles that turn the car's audio system into a speakerphone. It can also be used to transfer data between cellphone and computer. Although Bluetooth refers to the transmission technology, the term has practically become synonymous with cellphone applications.





Specifications





Supporting point-to-point and multipoint applications, Bluetooth provides up to 720 Kbps data transfer within a range of 10 meters and up to 100 meters with a power boost. Unlike infrared technology (IrDA), which requires line of sight between transmitter and receiver, Bluetooth uses omnidirectional radio waves that can transmit through walls and other non-metal barriers.





Governed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (www.bluetooth.com), founded in 1998 by Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Nokia and Toshiba, Bluetooth transmits in the unlicensed 2.4GHz band. It uses a frequency hopping spread spectrum technique that changes its signal 1600 times per second. If there is interference from other devices, transmission continues, but speed is downgraded.





King Blatan of Denmark





The name Bluetooth comes from King Harald Blatan (Bluetooth) of Denmark, who in the 10th century, began to Christianize the country. Ericsson, a Scandinavian company, was the first to develop the specification.





http://www.bluetooth.com/bluetooth/








WPAN


(Wireless Personal Area Network) A wireless network that is typically limited to a small cell radius. In an office environment, a WPAN would be used to transfer data between a handheld device and desktop machine or printer. For example, a mobile user could download e-mail or Web data into a dual mode smartphone or PDA and then exchange that data with a machine in the office. In the home, WPANs provide cable-free connections for alarms, appliances and entertainment systems.





http://www.wimedia.org/en/index.asp
Reply:bluetooth is a form of wireless communication.
Reply:a tooth that is blue usally from chewing gum or blue food dye


At what age did your LAST tooth fall out?

Besides due to tooth decay etc.

At what age did your LAST tooth fall out?
It is generally accepted that, besides wisdom teeth, the last teeth to come out do so around age 11-12. However, there is a large range for this, and there are several reasons why tooth exfoliation (falling out) is delayed. If you have a tooth that is a primary tooth (baby tooth) that you think should have come out by now, you should go to your dentist and have an x-ray to find out why it hasn't come out. Sometimes 'baby' teeth don't fall out because the person is missing the permanent tooth that would normally come in and take its place. Sometimes the permanent tooth is not in the right location and it can't come down on it's own, so the primary tooth stays in because it's not getting the 'signal' to 'move out of the way'. There are other possible causes of tooth retention as well. Like I said though, there is definitely a range of ages for teeth to fall out, the youngest and oldest in that range would be considered uncommon but not problematic.
Reply:Hmm. My wisdoms! Which were probably at age 18.
Reply:Around 10, I think. I can't even count wisdom teeth because I was born without any haha.
Reply:I lost my last baby tooth my very last day of seventh grade.
Reply:i got my braces about two months before i turned 18 and they had to pull out two of my teeth cos they were still baby teeth.





so i guess i was pretty old to still have baby teeth!
Reply:I wanted braces badly that way I could get it over with, so I pulled 7 of my loose teeth out in one night. Haha [:


I was 11 (:


One single wisdom tooth not bothering me, dentist says it needs to come out during a typical checkup , WHY?

besides the generic (its more susceptible to tooth decay)

One single wisdom tooth not bothering me, dentist says it needs to come out during a typical checkup , WHY?
The main reason your dentist is suggesting it comes out now is because of decay. Secondly, it can cause a mal-occlusion (where your bite is off...it is very painful and can cause horrible headaches among other things). Also, when you are younger, your bone is 'softer' which makes it easier to remove. If you wait until it does give you problems, the bone will be harder and the removal would be more invasive. Plus, when you are young, you bounce back quicker. I hope this helps yoU!
Reply:I thought the same thing with mine, but then that single tooth began to move my other teeth an caused a HUGE mess with my bite! I say get it out before you have problems.
Reply:If it's an impacted wisdom tooth - which means that it's becoming fused with the bone of your cheek, it MUST come out. And if it isn't, and you have a full set of teeth already, then the new tooth can push forward your front teeth, and then you'd have buck teeth, and it can also misalign a lot of them and force you to pay for braces. Better to have it taken out than pay thousands for braces if you leave it in for too long.
Reply:Trust me it will cause more pain and trouble LATER, so go ahead and get it out....I thought the same thing, then mine started pushing my other tooth, cracking it!
Reply:Most likely because it is not growing in straight. It is probably impacted and or growing at an angle that will eventually cause your other teeth to move. Another possibility is that your jaw is not large enough to accommodate the tooth if it does come down which could lead to jaw problems as well as crooked teeth.
Reply:They'd rather have them out than take the chance on anything going wrong later. You don't need your wisdom teeth but there is nothing that says they must come out either. I had mine pulled two at a time, since the area was going to be numb anyway and had an abscess on one.
Reply:Could be impacted - that's why all mine had to come out.
Reply:Well, why not? I had all 4 taken out @ once when I was 20. They are bound to cause you trouble sooner or later. Why wait for the inconveniece? Schedule something that fits in your day(s) and "git r done".
Reply:Most of the time they suggest it to come out even if nothing is wrong because usually it is virtually impossible for your toothbrush to reach all the way back there. Eventaully it could get infected and you don't want that to happen. I had all four infected at the same time and had to spend my New Years in the ER in pain. Couldn't eat for 2 weeks! Getting them pulled felt better than them being infected so you can imagine the pain I was going through. A friend of mine didn't have any problem with hers but one of them wasn't fully out yet. Dentist did x-rays during a normal check up and come to find out that it was about to push up against a major nerve connect to her jaw. If it hit it then she could loose the ability to open and close her mouth. Scary huh? Do what the dentist suggests. They didn't go through years and years of schooling for nothing.

Gold Teeth

Ok, so im going to try this again.. Wisdom Tooth Thing..?

okkk well- since i got a redicilous answer before about how im "going to die" i decided to be more spacific.


I got my wisdom tooth gut pulled three years ago


a chipped my back left molar bc of tooth decay- i got it filled over the summer. a month later my gum where my wisdome tooth used to be swelled up (let me keep in mind that the tooth that got chipped doesnt hurt at all- i pushed on it wiggeled it-nothing.) the swelling went away, it came back again a few months later- went away again. and it came back yesterday morning.. only a little worse. the only thing that these three times have in commin is that when it swelles- i usually have a cold %26amp; a soar throat. (no glands, just a mild cold)... and i dont have a temperature.. Any ideas other then " YOUR GOING TO DIE!" ??

Ok, so im going to try this again.. Wisdom Tooth Thing..?
A boss of mine had almost the exact same thing. She had an absess (not sure about the spelling there!) Anyway she waited so long to see about it that it got really infected and she to have that tooth pulled. Go to your dentist asap...forget the dr because the dentist will know better about what's going on in your mouth. Good luck!
Reply:go see a doctor
Reply:there is a chance that there is still bone or tooth fragments in your gum trying to surface. i had a similar prob years ago. i dont know if it is something you need to have removed professionally or not i guess it depends on your pain threshold. Is the pain just a sore gum and some pressure? Mine worked its way out over some time. hope this was helpful... My dentist said its not uncommon for fragments to be left behind following an extraction..
Reply:I don't know what to tell you but I would say go see a doctor. I had my wisdom teeth pulled and I can't imagine what your saying is anything good. I'm wondering if you have an infection that when your immune system is compromised shows itself? I wouldn't hold off on this - no I don't think your going to die, that was just stupid but I do think you should have it looked at by a regular doctor.
Reply:Where my wisdom teeth used to be is always swollen but not sore. I suspect your gums are simply swollen in the back of your mouth if you are fighting an infection. I don't know you or your situation, and I hate to be the one to tell you that one day you WILL die, but probably not from the gums where your wisdom teeth used to be. Check with a dentist if your gums are sore - you could have gingivitis.
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How long does it take for chewing tobacco to cause mouth decay?

how long does skoal or copenhagen or any other chewing tobacco take to cause noticeable tooth decay or gum decay other than cutting of the lip.

How long does it take for chewing tobacco to cause mouth decay?
Its different for everyone. It depends on the strength of your tooth enamel and how meticulous you are of your oral hygiene. But for most, you will see noticeable damage in 5-8 years. My suggestion is to just chew sugarless gum! Good luck
Reply:Not long! It also affects other areas of the body too. Visit www.quittobacco.com.
Reply:Tooth and gum decay should be the LEAST of your worries---how about how long will you LIVE after you get CANCER inside your mouth from being STUPID enough to CHEW tobacco or smoke it??? You probably won't live with it long... because you'll be DEAD.... First, however, to stop the spread of the cancer, they will cut part of your cheek out or half your face depending on how much cancer is inside your mouth. You MIGHT lose part or ALL of your tongue.... and most of your teeth---oh how HANDSOME you will end up... you'll make a right fine looking cadaver in the casket.... So, go ahead and chew that crap---but remember, you've been WARNED....


What are the liabilities of a dentist for defective tooth filling and crowning?

I brought my daughter to a dentist for tooth filling. The dentist only put white filling in the molar tooth which has two walls broken and recommended to have it protected with a crown. After a week we returned to the dentist for the crowning. The gums bleed when the dentist took impression of the tooth for the size of the crown. Thereafter, there was a dark coloured thing surrounding the white filling which looks like a tooth decay or a blood stain. The dentist said not to be bothered about it. Likewise, despite of the complained pain after the filling, the dentist still fixed the crown yesterday and the pain continued. The denstist said just give my daughter a paracetamol ibuprofen tablet. After four hours the crown was detached. The dentist can not be contacted because she is reportedly out of town. What shall we do? Please help. Thank you very much.

What are the liabilities of a dentist for defective tooth filling and crowning?
If you want to keep seeing this dentist for this particular tooth, go to your local pharmacy and get from the dental section a product for temporary filling / recementation. You should place the crown back in with this material. Before you do this, play with the crown and figure out the best position (fit) on the tooth. When you are ready tp put in the crown, dry the area first, place the material in the crown, then place the crown in the mouth and have her remain open (close her teeth, but have her show you her teeth the whole time----also tilt her head back) unitl it dries. This will extend the amount of time the crown will stay in. This is also the reason the crown came of or "detached" beacuse she was bleeding and the area was not dry when the crown was put in. As soon as you can schedule her an appointment with the dentist. She has to guarantee her work. If you take her somewhere else, the original dentist is not responsible for the cost.
Reply:go back to the dentist and get this fixed.
Reply:I understand u r anxiety and frustration. Medical fraternity enjoys over whelming protection from patient vindicating them. So, to get relief for pain and further rectification, pl select different doctor from Appollo dental hospital or any other known dr. U hav not mentioned which city r u in? So. that , i can suggest someone if it is Bangalore or Chennai.


My tooth is all of a sudden...?

It's hurting really bad. whenever i drink water or some other liquid, it always hurts down to the root. Can someone tell me what's going on?


BTW: It started just yesterday, so it's not like tooth decay, i think...

My tooth is all of a sudden...?
Sounds like you've become super sensitive to cold drinks. I'm the same - I have to use a straw because the dentists in the UK are far too expensive for me to visit - but if you can, i suggest you go as you may need a small filling.
Reply:That always happens to me, I think you have a sensitive tooth.
Reply:Might be an infection. Go talk to a dentist, I think you'll need an antibiotic.
Reply:your teeth are sensitive to cold. And probably heat. You can start brushing with a toothpaste for sensitive teeth. If that dosn't help you may want to see your dentist. There may be a problem with the root. Good luck.
Reply:it might just be a toothache just tell you're mom and dad and they can look at it and tell you whats going on and if it's bad they can take you to the dentist!
Reply:Sounds like a cavity to me, that is usually a big indication of a cavity. Did you have a filling in it perhaps you lost it and didn't realize? I would see your dentist because it sounds like a cavity to me.
Reply:See a dentist! Sensitivity to heat or cold (especially when it hurts "really bad") is a sign that the tooth needs attention. You may have an abcess and require a root canal or it may just need a filling.
Reply:It could be that you have a cavity in that tooth or it could just be that your teeth have started to become more sensitive. You might want to see a dentist and have it checked out. I use Sensodyne toothpaste as I used to have a lot of teeth that were sensitive to cold. After a week of use your teeth will be less sensitive (you have to keep using it though). You can get it at your local Walmart, Meijer, etc.
Reply:Hi! I'm in dentistry. This is too hard to give an answer to without more detail. Which tooth and how old are you? Can you see any discoloration on the tooth?
Reply:It happens to me when I eat lemons or eat ice or swim in a chlorine filled pool. I think It could be tooth sensitivity, Because that's what it is for me.
Reply:There are many possible causes for tooth sensitivity.





1) You brushed too hard, or used a toothbrush with hard bristles


2) You are stressed out, and grinding your teeth in your sleep


3) You have bitten something which cracked or fractured your tooth


4) You have an old filling or other dental work in that tooth which is "leaking" due to just being old and worn out


5) You have weakened enamel on that tooth (often caused from eating lemons or other strong acid foods).


6) You have recessed or shrunken gums due to plaque/gum disease (do your gums bleed when you floss?)





Usually a tooth paste for sensitive teeth will help. Floride rinses also help. And keep brushing and flossing daily. If that doesn't fix it, see a dentist.

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Preventing gum disease and tooth loss?

BESIDES brushing and flossing, and seeing the dentist regularly, what else can you do to prevent gum disease and tooth loss? Are there any special mouthwashes, supplements, etc? Tooth decay problems run in my family.





Thanks!

Preventing gum disease and tooth loss?
eat healthy, check with your GP to see for other systemic disease like diabetes, etc.
Reply:Eating properly is a big key in keeping healthy teeth. Certain foods such as lemons etc. will harm your teeth. Also rubbing your teeth together will also cause weakness and can cause bone loss .
Reply:i recommend ACT mouthwash because it has floride in it. i also recommend the sonicare toothbrush because i think it does a better job of cleaning. other than that, you can't help genetics.
Reply:Alcohol and smoking are huge factors with gum disease and tooth loss.





They both kill the healthy tissue surrounding your teeth and prevent proper blood flow.





Don't use a high alcohol content mouthwash like Listerine unless you really dilute it good.





Honestly, the best rinse you can do after brushing is to rinse with warm salt water.(put a tsp. of salt in a cup of warm water, rinse-swish making sure to force it between your teeth as best as you can then-spit)





It's homeostatic and prevents bacterial growth.
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What's a good home remedy for a tooth ache?

My left bottom and some left top teeth have been hurting me for the last couple of days now and I will be going to the dentist soon but the pain is so bad I can barely take it. It feels like wisdom teeth are coming in but I had those taken out years ago. The pain goes all the down to my chin and lips. I do brush my teeth everyday and floss so I don't know what I'm doing wrong. But my question is how for now to I get rid of the pain. And what is type of toothpaste that helps stop tooth decay, that I can buy at like walmart. Thanks!

What's a good home remedy for a tooth ache?
WOW, what a list of tooth ache cures you have been given. Some will work and others will not. Tell you what, neither toothpaste or mouth wash is the answer to your tooth ache situation..You have already made the first best choice by getting an appointment with your Dentist. In the mean time, go to the Pharmacy and purchase the over the counter product called "Ora-Jel". It will give you remarkable relief and should keep you comfortable until your dental appointment schedule arrives. Good luck and I wish you well.
Reply:Oil of cloves from the pharmacy or crushed asprin.
Reply:My mom always told me to swish saltwater in my mouth to sooth the pain a bit. Its worked for me so far. Good luck.
Reply:crest pro health is the best toothpaste


a bit pricey but it is dentist recommended


colgate total also works well
Reply:drink some whisky or vodhka and let it on the teeth that pain you for some time.
Reply:The reason your teeth hurt is because they are infected. You have to get some Listerine and try t kill the infection in your mouth. As the infection leave so does the pain. Try some antibiotics. If you have some lying around, take them.
Reply:some string and a door knob or some "oil of cloves " from your grocery store
Reply:Clove Oil .... and time .. tooth pain pretty much goes away after a period of time, unless there is an abcess. The pain could be a tooth thats slowly decaying and its getting to that point. Sugar( Soda ), Cigaretts %26amp; Some Drugs will speed up the decaying process of an already weak tooth.
Reply:Rinse and swish warm salt water around the sore tooth.


White spots on tooth?

I noticed a couple days ago that one side of my mouth seemed a little sensitive to cold drinks. When I took a look, one of my back teeth had white dots on it. I did some looking online and it says that it could be decalcified enamel and that it could lead to tooth decay. I'm a bit confused though, do I actually have a cavity or just the beginning of one? Will using flouride toothpaste and going to get a flouride treatment reverse the problem or just stop it in its tracks? What's the best way to deal with this? I'd really rather not get an entire tooth pulled. Please help.

White spots on tooth?
That area has been weakened and is susceptible to decay. It may not yet have an actual cavity, but the protective enamel has been damaged. you won't reverse it, but using a flouride rinse and practicing good dental hygiene will prevent any further damage. Having sensitivity to cold may be indicative of a cavity. You should see your dentist to have it looked at, and taken care of. you won't have to lose your whole tooth. At worst you'll get a filling.
Reply:when i was in dental asstants class, the teacher was talking to me the white spots it may cause by too much flouride, you can't do nothing it may go away later.


3 year old tooth turned grey?

one of my daughters front teeth has started to turn a grey colour ,i have only just noticed it ,she banged her tooth on a railing a couple of weeks ago and i wondered if any mums or dads know if this may be the cause ,i make sure she brushes twice a day so i dont think it could be tooth decay .if it is caused by the bang would it take this long to turn this colour.thanks in advance for any sensible answers

3 year old tooth turned grey?
yes its the tooth root dying and not getting enough blood supply. My son tripped over the towel he was wrapped in onto the tiled floor face first and his teeth took the brunt of it. Took him to the dentist who put them back in place, but one front tooth went really dark grey over a few weeks, dentist kept reassuring me it was ok as it was a milk tooth and hadnt caused any damage to the already formed adult teeth. But, after aprox 9-12 months the tooth has gone white again, slightly different shade, but i only i notice it really.


Children's teeth can re-set and the blood supply can find another way to keep the tooth alive which is what happened to my son, but sometimes they will fall out too. Either way its not too much of a problem according to my dentist as long as the adult teeth above in the gums are not damaged.
Reply:Thank goodness it's only her baby tooth! Sounds like she's killed it and it's dying slowly from the root. Hopefully her second tooth will come through ok but this can't be guaranteed - just to warn you, this damage can affect the next set of teeth, depending on the amount of damage. Your dentist will advise you.
Reply:my son fell with a lolliipop in his mouth when he was about three and the same thing happened. I had him to the dentist and he decided to leave it alone. It fell out months ago (he's seven now) and the new one is perfect.
Reply:If like you say she fallen over and banged her mouth at some point then yes:





This could well explain the grey colour as it could have damaged and killed the root - nothing much you can do - it will fall out in time - and the new tooth should be fine!!
Reply:It sounds as though she may have killed the tooth. I did the same with one of my front teeth on a playground ride when I was a boy. Her dentist can easily check. You don't say whether it is a baby tooth, in which case it doesn't matter much, or a second tooth. In that case if the colour becomes a problem she could have a cosmetic layer put on the tooth. Meanwhile - ask the dentist, rather than wasting time on a forum like this where nobody has the expertise to help.
Reply:Sounds like the tooth is dieing..My son's did that..I dont think there's really anything you can do for it..Just keep an eye on it, make sure it does not get infected, and she should be fine..
Reply:My friends daughter is the same age as mine (3) and my friends daughter's front tooth is also grey. she took her to the dentist and it is very common for small children so don't worry! basically when she knocked it it killed the roots which is why it is discoloured, effectively it is a dead tooth however not to worry when her baby tooth falls out and the new one comes it will be a perfect white sparkler!
Reply:She should be ok as it is a baby tooth, her second one will be fine.
Reply:Take her to the dentist, she might have hurt the tooth with the bang. Sometimes the tiniest hit can cause a prolonged infection. Who knows, she could have ruptured the nerve in the tooth.
Reply:this happened to my cousin, we were playing on the see saw and she fell and banged her mouth. it took a while to discolour but now she is 17 and has perfect teeth! Dont worry, maybe take a trip to the dentist just to be sure!
Reply:The tooth is dying, whether from that particular fall or something else is not really important.





You should call her dentist and ask if he/she wants her to come in. The dentist may advise that it is safe to leave it in, or that they need to see it. I expect they will want to see your daughter as the bacteria that could be present on a dead could cause problems. If it does have to be removed you will probably be advised to get a baby denture put in, basically this is a false tooth that is permanently glued to the back molars by means of a wire system behind the teeth.





At 3 if you leave a gap in the teeth it is possible that it can have a negative impact on the adult teeth, so generally a little prevention is worth a lot of cure. There is less likelihood then I am facing because she should have all her baby teeth at this point, but the teeth can still shift. However baby dentures can be expensive and I understand that for some parents they are not an option (particularly as some insurance doesn't cover them even if you have insurance).





My son gets a baby denture put in on the 5th, but he is younger than your daughter.
Reply:Sure sounds like an injury to the tooth. To be safe, I would take her to the dentist. First of all, it will start her off getting r used to going and the dentist will be able to tell you the possible cause and if anything needs to be done about it. Don't just leave it in case it could cause damage to the permanent tooth that will come in in several years! Good luck!
Reply:its a baby tooth so your lucky.sounds like the berve/root has dies from the fall.theres nothing you can do to save it. when she gets her second teeth.if it ever happens again and does fall out.put it into a glass with some cold milk and bring it to the dentist.the dentist will be able to save the second tooth if you act quickly.
Reply:Take her to your dentist. I could be that she has killed the nerve in the tooth which is making it discolour. The dentist will be able to tell you what is wrong and what to do about it. If it is a dead nerve, it can take ages and ages before you notice discolouration.

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Tooth Aching?

I have a tooth or gum aching (which I can't identify) after bitten a piece of chicken bone accidentally. The aching is like more obvious during a meal and after a meal. Is it a tooth decay? Frankly speaking, I don't really dare to go to the dentist. :(

Tooth Aching?
Yup it's probably tooth decay. Go get a prescription for toradol, it's an anti-inflammatory. It's helped me through the worst of toothaches without having to go to the dentist.
Reply:Take a pill or put on the tooth that aches some ouzo!
Reply:go to dentist dont fear


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Reply:tie one end of a string to your tooth, and the other to a doorknob, then slam the door. it's fun !!
Reply:Anytime you have pain when/after eating you most likely have a cavity. You NEED to get to the dentist unless you want to lose your teeth. I just had to have 2 teeth pulled because I waited to long to get in to the dentist.
Reply:I think it's a tooth decay..... I experienced the same and my dentist put pasta on it to avoid food in getting there..You better see you're dentist....
Reply:don't be scared to go to the dentist.


i always fall asleep and after i wake up the check-up is finished.
Reply:Consult the dentist. You might be having cavity.
Reply:It is likely tooth decay. Most dentists are pain free these days, and will do an extraction for about $250.00 or a root canal (which can be a bit painful) for about $1200.00. What ever you do don't leaveit and hope it goes away, it won't, it will continue to get worse.
Reply:Then it sound like you will keep the tooth with pain.





come on, go the dentist and get it fixed. If you don't someday when you really busy. The pain get so bad you can't stand it.


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Hope you and your family have a great Christmas.


Swelling Where my Wisdom Tooth Used to be.... ????

I got all my Wisdom Teeth Pulled about 3 years ago... Just over the summer I chipped my left bottom molar because of tooth decay from a bad filling. I got the tooth filled, and about two months later the spot where my old wisdom tooth was swelled up- and hurt really bad. Thinking nothing of it, it went away within a week, a few months later the same thing happened, but went away shortly after. Not happening again for a few months i didnt think anything of it and didnt bother going to the dentist. Yesterday Morning i woke up with it not only swollen, but hurting the whole side of my throat! Did anyone else ever have this problem? If so what could it be? Im confused. I dont have a clue as to what is causing this- and i REALLY dont want to have to go to the dentist.

Swelling Where my Wisdom Tooth Used to be.... ????
It sounds like an abscess or infection. See the dentist asap.





In the meantime, gargle with warm salted water every hour.
Reply:AN INFECTION . GO TO THE DENTIST ASP, YOU COULD EVEN DIE!!! IT IS TRUE, NOT JOKING!
Reply:Unfortunatly, there is no avoiding going to the dentist. The swelling and pain could be caused by a number of things, such as the tooth you had filled being infected or a root tip left over from the wisdom teeth extractions is infected. You need to see someone to find out what the cause is and have it treated.


Salt water rinses are an excellent suggestion in the interm.


 
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