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Tooth Decay (Cavities)
Tooth decay is the disease known as caries or cavities. Unlike other diseases, however, caries is not life threatening and is highly preventable, though it affects most people to some degree during their lifetime. Tooth decay occurs when your teeth are frequently exposed to foods containing carbohydrates (starches and sugars). Examples are soda pop, candy,…
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Root Canals
Root Canal – Maryland Dental Center here are give aways for you to know you need a root canal therapy. first you will and should see a large hole usually black somewhere on your tooth. this is caries otherwise known as cavity. now the cavity could be large but dont requier a root canal therapy…
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Composite Resin Fillings
What is a composite resin filling? A composite resin filling is a tooth-colored plastic mixture of glass (silicon dioxide). Introduced in the 1960s, dental composites were confined to the front teeth because they were not strong enough to withstand the pressure and wear generated by the back teeth. Since then, composites have been significantly improved…
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Air Abrasion
Air abrasion, known as “micro abrasion” and kinetic cavity preparation, is a method of tooth structure removal considered to be an effective alternative to the standard dental drill. How does it work? Air abrasion technology functions much like the sandblasting technique used to clear graffiti from walls. Likewise, a hand piece blows a powerful air…