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My son's permanent teeth are growing crooked. What should I do?

My son is 8 years old and his back teeth are growing in a crooked shape. These are his permanent teeth so I am worried. Is this common? Are they likely to straighten out?
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Do kids with lactose intolerance have weak teeth?

My son is 7 years old and is lactose intolerant. Will the calcium deficiency impact his teeth in the long run? Is there anything we can do?
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What are the chances that the spaces in my daughter's teeth will recur when her permanent teeth grow in?

My daughter is currently 4 years old and she has evident spaces in her frontal teeth. I understand that currently she only has baby teeth. But what are the chances that these...
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Rash in the mouth

Person's teeth were removed. Waiting for healing and denture. Age - 67 years. No alcohol, no tobacco. She has rash in the mouth on the right and left side. The rash is whitish,...
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Why are my implants not working?

I have tried doing implants twice, but they just don’t seem to work for me and both the times my dental implants have failed. What could be the reason?
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What is the course of treatment for bleeding and swelling gums?

Several times, I have been experiencing some swelling and bleeding in my gums. I read online that the best way to do treat this is to have good dental hygiene, but I already practice...
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What are the possible treatments available for dental cysts?

I have two cysts located at the upper part of my molar tooth. I have ignored them for a long time since I didn’t know what it was. It has now started to hurt me a little bit....
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How can I prevent yellowing of my teeth?

I am 34 years old and of late, I am noticing a yellow film on my teeth along with stains. Could it be permanent damage to my teeth or can it be cleaned by a dentist? What could...
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My wisdom tooth is aching. Is it better to have it extracted?

I am problems with one of my wisdom teeth. It is achy and dull but I don't feel it growing in yet. Is it better to have this tooth extracted?
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What is the treatment suggested for treating dental plaque and soreness in the gums?

I am feeling soreness in my gums, and I can also see dental plaque developing in the back of my mouth. What is the suggested treatment for this problem? I have a phobia of visiting...
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Are whitening toothpastes bad for the teeth?

I have been using whitening toothpastes for the last 3 months. But, I recently read an article that said whitening toothpastes do not protect the teeth and the gums. Is this...
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What is the possible cause of swelling and numbness on the right side of my tongue?

My tongue towards the right side is feeling numb and slightly swollen. While it does not hurt, it keeps coming and going on its own throughout the day. What could be the reason...
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My son's permanent teeth are growing crooked. Should I take him to an orthodontist?

My son's permanent teeth are now coming. However, they are not growing in line and seem crooked. Should I take him to an orthodontist? Or will the dentist be able to tell?
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My daughter is 4 years old and is used to sucking her thumb. Will it cause her teeth to grow outwards?

I know thumb sucking in children can cause unstructured teeth. My daughter is currently 4 years old and we are trying hard to get her off thumb sucking. Will her permanent teeth...
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Who is recommended gum grafting surgery?

I am 59 years old and I am experiencing loss of gum tissues due to gingivitis. I read about gum grafting surgery in a magazine the other day. What makes one a candidate to get...
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How long does a dental filling last?

I had a dental filling done about 5 years ago for my cavities. I recently underwent a dental checkup because of my sensitivity issue and the doctor said that the tooth where I...
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Can using mouthwash frequently negatively impact the health of my teeth?

I had a recent dentist appointment and he advised me to not use mouthwash more than once a week. Currently, I am using mouthwash about twice a day. Could frequent use of mouthwash...
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What causes a white film on the tongue?

I am having a white film on my tongue which I think is giving me bad breath. I use a tongue cleaner religiously but it keeps coming back. What could be causing this?
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How can I manage my child’s dental health yet allow him to eat sweets?

My child is 4 years old and like any other child loves chocolates and sweets. I have been seeing advertisements that link sweets and chocolate consumption to cavities. What can...
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I had my wisdom tooth removed yesterday. When can I start eating solid food again?

I recently got my wisdom tooth removed. Although there is no pain, there is slight numbness around the treated area. When can I start eating solid foods again?
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