Permanent dentures are a type of dental implant that is used as a solution for partial or complete tooth loss. The pros and cons...
There are 2 things you can try that helped mine stay on a bit better, if you have any sort of specialty halloween stores or costume stores around your area you can buy more little packets of the fitting plastic (polymorph) and refit the dentures trying to get the polymorph to cover more...
And if the clear/invisible nature of these appliances makes it more likely that you will wear them, then they make a good choice and can be expected to be just as effective as Hawley or fixed retainers.Do Essix retainers cause cavities? No. But if you don’t practice proper oral home ...
Pain in the tongue can be associated with anemia, canker sores (aphthous ulcers), oral herpes, neuralgia, cancer, poorly fitting dentures, or irritation from dental work. Canker sores are commonly found on the tongue and can be very painful. They appear as a yellow-white center with a red...
Leukoplakiais a reaction to an irritant, like rough teeth, badly fitting dentures, smoking, and smokeless tobacco. It can show up as white patches or plaques in the mouth, is usually painless, and can't be scraped off. Leukoplakia can also be a precancerous condition. Persistent patches or...
You may also need to see a dentist if the cause is ill fitting dentures. Is angular cheilitis contagious? No, angular cheilitis is not contagious. Related posts: Swollen Ankles Posterior Vitreous Detachment Dyshidrotic Eczema Actinic Keratosis
@goldensky - One of the main causes for bleeding gums when your brushing could be hardened tartar that may be pushing against the gum. Bleeding of the gums can also occur while your eating, say for instance an apple. Using a soft toothbrush is a good idea for you, but flossing is very...
Vivera appliances are one brand of Essix-style retainers. Other brands or generic versions can be every bit as good. Primary factors would be the materials used and the care taken during the fabrication process. Usually, it’s your dentist who judges these criteria....