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Your child should receive their first dental check-up and exam at least six months after their first tooth erupts – or by the time they’re one year old. To safeguard their overall dental health, your child should see a dentist before a problem with their teeth arises, so they can prevent any oral complications or infections as they grow up.

A root canal is a budget-friendly treatment, where a dentist will remove the infected tissue, also known as the pulp, from the crown and roots of a tooth. Many people believe it’s a painful treatment; however, they are painless due to the local anesthesia used before the procedure. After the dentist removes the pulp, your tooth is cleaned and sealed with a temporary or permanent filling.

There are many unpredictable reasons why your tooth may get knocked out – whether there’s an accident involving the face or you play contact sports. As dental professionals call it, an’ avulsed tooth’ is the kind of tooth that gets wholly dislodged from its socket. When this happens, it’s best to get treatment from your dentist as soon as possible. Here are some first-aid tips to help you if your tooth gets knocked out:

• To lessen the damage of an avulsed tooth, get a handkerchief and clean it. Afterwards, bite it down to apply pressure to your jaw.
• Do not make contact with your tooth that has been knocked out to prevent further infection. Instead, rinse it with tap water to cleanse the dirt.
• To elevate the chance of saving your teeth, keep them in contact with your jaw because this will allow your teeth to stay in their most natural state. 
• Contact a dentist in Calgary immediately to help you with your avulsed tooth.

Your gums may start bleeding if there’s a plaque buildup – this usually only happens due to poor oral hygiene. If you aren’t brushing or flossing regularly, the plaque on your teeth and gums will stick, meaning it will turn into something called tartar. Poor oral hygiene leads to more serious dental concerns, such as periodontal disease or gingivitis, which can be another contributing factor to your bleeding gums.

There are four main components of a tooth: cementum, enamel, dentin, and pulp. Your enamel is the hardest tissue in the human body and plays a significant role in protecting your overall dental health. When the enamel gets worn down, it can no longer protect the other tooth components, leaving you susceptible to bacteria and infections like periodontal disease or gingivitis. The most common cause of tooth sensitivity to cold is exposed nerve roots, which happens due to receding gums or gum disease – as the pulp is left exposed.