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Teeth reshaping

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Teeth reshaping , is a process that consists of enamel polishing areas to change the length, shape or appearance. This method is frequently used to improve the look of a person – offering harmony or a balanced smile. Reshaping teeth are among the most simple and effective treatments in this field. The procedure is quick and painless and results can be seen immediately.

Who should consider this method? Dental reshaping is extremely useful in terms of correcting small imperfections, such as:
1. repair small leaks;
2. smooth bumps or holes in the enamel portions;
3. length adjustment canines.

Remodeling is not recommended in cases of serious dental problems – such as large cracks, fractures or major flaws. Often this procedure is used in combination with treatments, coronary reconstruction to ensure optimal results. If you consider to reshape your teeth, talk with your dentist first if there is a proper procedure.

What are the steps to be followed in reshaping teeth?

Initial examination – To determine if you are a candidate for remodeling teeth, the dentist will need to make your dental X-ray in the first phase, which will give information on size and location of the tooth pulp (the area where there are nerves and blood vessels). If the tooth’s enamel layer is too thin or if the pulp is too close to the tooth surface, remodeling is not possible – and other procedures must be taken into account.

The procedure itself – Determined once the intervention, the dentist will shape the teeth by creating balance and proportions you want, then will be added fluorinated gels. Remodeling is not an issue, anesthesia is not necessary in principle, but just in case of hypersensitivity.

Period “after” – Generally, a simple reshaping without being followed by more difficult procedure, requires no post-treatment monitoring period. Though several sessions are recommended for maintaining healthy teeth, fluoride respectively.

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What’s Worse for Teeth: Sugar or Acid?

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Many people know that sugar causes tooth decay, which is why parents are always telling their children not to eat too much candy and of course, soda pop. However, soda pop is a lot more harmful for your teeth than you think. The process of carbonation that all sodas go through, which gives soda its bubbly and fizzy nature, make the sugary drink pretty acidic. You may not know it but acid can be much more harmful for your teeth than sugar.

Acidity is measure on the pH scale, with 1 being highly acidic and 14 being highly basic. To put things in perspective, the saliva in your mouth has a pH of 7, which is considered “neutral.” Anything with a pH below 5.5 will cause damage to your teeth. Lemon juice has a pH of 2, while Coke and other sodas have a pH ranging from around 3 to 4. However, the pH scale is logarithmic, so a soda with a pH of 3 is ten times more acidic than one with a pH of 4. Sugars promote tooth decay because many of the bacteria on your teeth that cause the decay feed on sugar, but brushing and using mouthwash will get rid of those bacteria. However, acid literally causes tooth decay because it strips the protective enamel from your teeth. Using a fluoride toothpaste will help to rebuild and protect your enamel. Therefore, with soda’s high sugar content and acidic nature, it is doubly bad for your teeth.