South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Blog

Do you love sour foods and candies? Sour treats contain citric or tartaric acid, these acids can cause irritation of the tongue and irreversible dental erosion. That does not mean that you must give up your citric fruits or neglect the occasional sour snack candy, it does mean that you should be cautious of overdoing it and follow some dental health tips.

Gum pain is a sign that something serious may be going on inside your mouth. Since a lot of gum issues don’t cause pain right when the problems begin, the pain is an indication that something has been brewing over time. The possible reasons for gum pain can range from very minor to very serious. If you are feeling pain in your gums, it is important to schedule an appointment with your dentist to diagnose the cause of the pain.

Some reasons for pain the gums are as follows:

Once your adult teeth are all in, it is important to take great care of them and protect them from more than just bacteria. Injuries to the teeth and mouth are common in many sports and can cause teeth loss or chipped teeth. Preventing injury can be accomplished, simply, by wearing a sports mouth guard. A mouthguard is a cushioning appliance made of flexible material that fits snugly over the teeth to help prevent injuries to the teeth and mouth. Visit your dentist to review your options and choose what is best for you.

There are three basic types of mouthguards:

• Pre-made mouthguard
• “Boil-and-bite” fitted mouthguard
• Custom-made mouthguard from your dentist

Dental implants are simply used to replace teeth. The implants are titanium posts that are surgically positioned into the jawbone under the gums. Once the implants integrate into the bone, the implants act as an anchor to fixate teeth or crowns. The crowns/teeth fixated to implants are made typically from porcelain or ceramic material custom made to mimic the color and shape of your natural teeth. These implants are as close to to natural teeth and function nearly the same, allowing you to speak clearly and eat nearly any food you like without worry.

Dentures are prosthetic devices that are used to replace missing teeth. There are two types of dentures that can you can choose depending on your needs: full or partial dentures. The professionals at South Florida Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery will work with you to determine if dentures are the right option for you. Dentures are custom-made from impressions taken of your mouth and with the advancements in this device, dentures look and feel more natural than ever before.

What are the types of dentures available?

There are three main denture options that are available, and the right option will be determined by you and your medical professional.