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Six Common Mouth Problems You Should Look Out For

CavitiesOne of the most common oral health problems that affect not just children but adults too. Cavities don’t just make your teeth look black either. At worse, they can lead to tooth decay, toothaches, and heightened tooth sensitivity. But, as soon as you get yourself to the dentist, cavities can easily be treated with either crowns, fillings, or root canals.

Cold soresAre you seeing small red, fluid-filled blisters around the area of your mouth? They might be cold sores that are caused by a virus called as the herpes simplex virus type 1. These type of mouth sores are highly contagious and can easily be spread to the people around you (right from the moment you have felt a tingling sensation by your mouth, up to the time the sores have healed). A dentist can prescribe you with antiviral medication in order to hasten your recovery. There are also over-the-counter medications that you can take for this condition.

Chipped toothNot only is a chipped tooth not a good look, but it can also potentially cause more harm to your mouth. The sharp edge might cause injury and increase the sensitivity of your tooth to temperature. If you have noticed one of your teeth being chipped, you should see a dentist immediately so they can ease you from the discomfort.

Darkened toothThere are different reasons for a tooth to change in color. One of the common reasons that can cause a tooth to change color is trauma. If you have observed your tooth changing hues from pink to gray, your tooth may be dying, and in most cases, you will need to see a dentist to have it treated with a root canal or tooth extraction.

PeriodontitisDo your teeth look a bit longer than it normally does? Does your gum line appear to have receded? If your answer is yes, you might have periodontitis. While this condition is easily reversible in the early stages, permanent damage can occur if you choose to leave it untreated. Seek out the help of a dentist before your condition gets worse.

ThrushHave you observed the presence of a white film within your mouth? It may be indicative of thrush. Thrush is a yeast infection that commonly affects people with weaker immune systems, diabetics, and individuals who wear dentures.

Once you spot signs of thrush in your mouth, you should head to your dentist for treatment. They will prescribe you with the right medication after running a diagnostic test to confirm your condition.

(10/03/2024)
by Carrollton Family Dental

More Information: https://www.familydentalcarrollton.com/6-common-mouth-problems-you-should-look-out-for

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