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Do toothaches always mean an infection?

My back molar has been hurting, but the pain come and goes. I don't think it's an infection or a cavity but I'm not really sure. I already made an appointment with my dentist...
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How is tooth decay caused?

I'm just curious about how exactly tooth decay is caused. I've had a few cavities in my lifetime, and all of them taken care of without issues after. But what causes them to...
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What should I do for dry mouth?

My mouth has been getting dry so often lately, and it's causing a lot of discomfort. Is there anything that I can do at home for it?
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Do you recommend Orajel?

I have a huge toothache in my mouth and I can't make an appointment with my dentist until late next week. My husband recommended to take Orajel for the pain, but I'm not too sure....
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Are soft or hard toothbrushes better?

I typically use hard brushes for my teeth, but my wife thinks that I should be using soft since, according to her, they're just better overall. Is this true? Why are soft brushes...
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Do dental sealants need to be reapplied?

We decided to get my daughter dental sealants because our insurance covers it and we feel that it'll help prevent her from getting tooth decay. However, a lot of our friends are...
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Can drinking water prevent tooth decay?

I've been trying to drink more water and less sugary drinks, like soda and iced tea. I've had a few cavities in my lifetime, all were taken care of as well. Now that I'm cutting...
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Are home remedies for teeth whitenings safe?

I'd really like to have a teeth whitening, but I just can't afford going to the dentist right now. I want to use some home treatments to whiten my teeth, like oil pulling or baking...
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How many times a year should kids get a teeth whitening?

My child goes for their checkup at least once every three months. How often should I take her to get her teeth whitened? She's 10-years-old.
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What is a cavity, exactly?

What exactly is a cavity, and how does it progress into the need for a filling?
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What causes tooth erosion?

What causes someone to have tooth erosion?
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Why do I have a thick white coating on my tongue?

I have a recurring white coating on my tongue. Even though I keep cleaning it, the white color keeps coming back. What can it be and what can I do to remedy it?
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I have brownish discoloration around the inside of my teeth. What could be causing this?

I have been observing a slight brownish discoloration around the inside of my teethth. I have tried getting it cleaned but it doesn’t work. What could be causing this discoloration?...
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Are teeth whitening toothpastes actually good?

I have been seeing commercials for a ton of teeth whitening toothpastes. Are these really good and do they actually work?
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Can spicy food cause mouth ulcers?

I get mouth ulcers every time I eat spicy food. Is there a relation between the two?
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What is the treatment for mouth ulcers?

I have an ulcer inside my mouth and it's causing me a lot of pain. What is the best way to treat mouth ulcers? Should I just use OTC medication?
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My baby is 7 months old and has 4 teeth. Should I use a brush to clean his teeth?

My baby is 7 months old and his first two teeth came in recently. How should I clean them? Should I use a kids toothbrush?
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How often should I get a cleaning for my teeth?

How often should I get cleanings? I go, close to, every 5 months now.
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How does oil pulling help In maintaining clean teeth?

I have read a lot about oil pulling. As a dentist would you really recommend this therapy to maintain clean teeth?
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What kind of foods should I avoid after a root canal surgery?

I have to have a root canal next week, and I want to know if there's anything that I should avoid after I have it done. Like food, certain drinks, etc.
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