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CTS (Cracked Tooth Syndrome) occurs when a tooth has a crack that is too small to be seen on typical dental X-rays or is hidden under the gums. Diagnosing and treating a cracked tooth is important to maintaining good dental health. Who does it affect, what are the symptoms and what is the treatment? We have the answers.
Your teeth are super strong, but they are still susceptible to wear and can crack or break. Teeth crack or break for a variety of reasons, here are the most common ones: Biting down on something hard; Falling, accidents or being hit in the face with an object;...
What to Do In a Dental Emergency Recent years have seen a steady increase in emergency room visits for dental problems by people in rural areas. Reports state that most patients who go to the ER for dental emergencies come from poor and disadvantaged backgrounds and...
Tongue piercing is a personal decision, but it is important that patients are fully aware of possible oral health hazards.” — Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice Our last article examined the connection between lip piercings and cracked teeth or gum disease. Some...