It’s important that you soak dentures, since this will ensure that any bacteria caught in the dentures is killed, but it’s not the only thing you should do. In addition to soaking, it’s important to brush dentures to remove plaque buildup.
Did you know that infected tissue around a tooth that goes untreated can not only threaten the infected tooth itself but the teeth around it, causing tooth and bone loss? An endodontist can save your tooth by stopping the infection and keeping it from spreading.
After a root canal, you should take certain precautions until the crown is placed on your repaired tooth. You should avoid chewing or biting on the repaired tooth until it is fully restored.
If your dentist recommends removing an infected or damaged tooth (or teeth) and getting dental implants, then see an endodontist. He or she can often save your tooth through a root-treatment or even retreat a failed root canal. He or she can also seal internal cracks, repair inner perforations, remove old posts (and fractured files), and save damaged teeth.
Gum graft surgery is usually an option when the gum disease has reached the point where the gum has receded in spots and exposed tooth roots. Gum tissue from elsewhere in your mouth, or perhaps from a donor, is used to cover up the exposed root. Gum graft surgery can also help to restore the normal appearance of your teeth where the gum line has receded.
Gum recession often leads to dental decay and cavities. That's because the gum recession exposes the dentin, which is not nearly as hard and resistant to decay as the enamel on the top of the tooth.