For many dental patients, veneers seem like a great option for many people. Veneers seemingly give you a second chance at the perfect smile. But are veneers really as perfect as they seem?
One common question patients ask is whether or not they can get cavities under their veneers. Here's what you need to know about cavities and dental veneers.
Understand Veneers
To understand how cavities and veneers interact, it's important to know a little bit about each.
Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the restoration and replacement of teeth, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. When most people think of prosthodontics, they think of dental implants or cosmetic dentistry for adults. However, prosthodontics improve the appearance and function of children's teeth.
Why Would a Child Need Dentures?
Pediatric dentistry includes care teaching children to brush carefully after every meal to prevent cavities. Unfortunately, cavities still occur due to excessive bottle usage, particularly in the front teeth.
Gum infections are typically the result of periodontal disease and dental decay — however, bacteria from the sinus cavities can spread to the gum tissue and cause infections. While you will need to make an appointment with your family dentist if you have a gum infection, consider the following symptomatic relief options while you are waiting for your dental appointment.
Oral Salt Water Rinses
If your gums are sore and inflamed, rinse your mouth with a mild salt water solution.
If you're missing all of your upper or lower teeth, you might be interested in getting full-arch dental implants rather than dentures. A full arch refers to the entire row of your upper or lower teeth. Rather than getting individual implants, your dentist might be able to put in a full-arch implant that is like a bridge with several teeth linked together.
One of these implants may only require a few implanted posts, so you can replace all of your teeth for less cost than replacing them individually.
Your family's dental health is very important. Unfortunately, many people only think about their overall health, not their dental health. So, how do you ensure your family members' dental health is excellent? Well, you should ensure they follow the tips discussed below.
Have a Family Dentist
Some families rarely see a family dentist, and every family member visits their preferred dentist instead. While there is no problem doing so, it would be useful for the entire family to have a family dentist.
