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How often should crowns be replaced?

I'm 42, and I had dental crowns placed 5 years ago (two on my back teeth). I'm just wondering, do I need to ever replace them?
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Is it normal for a tooth to hurt after a filling?

I'm 24, and I had a filling on my tooth just last week. Now, that area is really sensitive and it hurts. Is this normal?
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Why are some fillings replaced?

I had a filling three years ago, and my dentist recommending me to get it replaced as soon as possible because it's stained (the filling is in my front bottom tooth). Does this...
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Are sweets bad for oral health?

I eat sweets so much! But recently my teeth started to hurt whenever I eat something sweet, mainly on my left side. Should I cut down on eating sugary things?
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What can be the cause of my teeth pain?

My two front teeth started to hurt me almost every night this week. Why could this be happening? Is it necessary for me to visit a dentist, or should I see if the pain continues?...
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Can teeth whitening treatments damage teeth?

I'm going to get my first whitening treatment at the end of next week. Is teeth whitening generally safe? Are there any risks for damage?
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How can I make my teeth healthier?

I want to take better care of my teeth. My last dental appointment showed that I had three cavities, all of which I'm getting filled at the end of this week. What can I do to...
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Is brushing your teeth once a day okay?

For as long as I can remember, I've been brushing my teeth only once a day. When I was a kid though, I did it two times a day. Is brushing your teeth once a day okay?
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What does oil pulling do for teeth?

I'm 40, and I heard from my friend about the benefits of oil pulling. Is it really effective? What does oil pulling do for the teeth?
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How do you get rid of mouth bacteria?

I'm 25, and I want to keep my oral health under control. What's the best way to get rid of mouth bacteria?
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Is drinking apple cider vinegar bad for your teeth?

I typically drink a small amount of apple cider vinegar because of its health benefits. But I haven't thought about its effect on my teeth. Is this bad for my oral health?
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How can I prevent cavities in my child?

My son is 4 years old, and he's very enthusiastic about taking care of his teeth. I have him brush his teeth with me every morning before preschool and every night before bed....
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Should I use mouthwash regularly?

I'm 36, and I use mouthwash every morning after I brush my teeth. Should I be using mouthwash at night as well?
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Will cavities require root canals?

I know that I have a cavity in one of my top teeth. Do cavities require root canals, or no? Does it depend on the severity of the cavity?
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Do tooth abscesses result in tooth pain?

I'm 25 years old and I noticed that whenever I drink something cold, like iced tea or a soda, my teeth hurt. Could this be an abscess?
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What is the cause of my tooth pain?

I'm 32, and my teeth are starting to hurt me every time I eat sweet foods. It doesn't have to be candy. It just has to be something sugary. What could be causing my tooth pain?...
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Should I try using Sensodyne?

My bottom teeth are really sensitive and I wasn't able to get a dentist appointment for it until the end of the month. I heard about Sensodyne toothpaste for teeth sensitivity,...
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Why are my teeth so sensitive?

My teeth are suddenly very sensitive and I made a dentist appointment for the end of the week. Could this be from a cavity? If not, what else can cause teeth sensitivity?
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What is the best way to replace a missing tooth?

I've been missing a tooth since the beginning of last year. It hasn't caused me any issues, but I think it should be replaced. What's the best material to replace the tooth?...
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I eat too much sweets. Is this dangerous for my oral health?

I am 30 years old, and I think I eat a little too many sweets. How dangerous is this for my oral health?
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