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Signs that your teeth aren't as healthy

Signs your teeth arenu2019t as healthy as you think.<br><br>* bleeding gums and bad breath can both be signs of gum disease.<br>* if you notice white patches on your teeth or a tooth getting darker over time, consider seeing a dentist as you might have cavities or dental trauma.<br>Everyone wants a healthy smile, but itu2019s not always easy to tell when your teeth are struggling.<br><br>

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Signs that your teeth aren't as healthy

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  1. Signs That Your Teeth Aren’t As Healthy As You Think

  2. 1.You have bad breath all the time • persistently bad breath might mean something is amiss in your mouth. • Bad breath or can be a warning sign of gum disease • so it’s worth a trip to the dentist if you notice your bad breath isn’t going away

  3. 2.Your tongue looks white • A healthy tongue should be light pink • If your tongue usually looks white and coated, your mouth might not be as healthy as you think • Keeping up with brushing and flossing is also a good way to decrease the harmful bacteria in your mouth

  4. 3.Food is always getting stuck between your teeth • If you find yourself frequently fishing food out of your smile, it might be a symptom of a growing cavity • If you suspect that food might be catching on a hidden cavity, be sure to bring it up with your dentist

  5. 4.Your gums bleed when you brush or floss • Brushing your teeth shouldn’t cause your gums to bleed • Inflamed gums bleed upon a light touch, even with a toothbrush

  6. 5.You have white patches on your teeth • White patches on your teeth could be one of the first indicators of an impending cavity • White spots could indicate early tooth decay with porosity and weakening of the enamel • Tooth decay is often in areas that you can’t see, like the back of teeth or between teeth, so it’s hard to spot with the naked eye

  7. 6.You’ve noticed one tooth getting darker over time • When one tooth starts to look darker than surrounding teeth, it might indicate a nerve problem • If you notice one tooth darkening, you should definitely consult a dentist even if the tooth doesn’t hurt

  8. 7.You have lingering discomfort • Pain when biting or eating can indicate you’ve sustained a temporary tooth injury or more serious damage • Any tooth pain that does not go away after a week could be a sign of a serious issue, such as a cracked tooth, which might require restorative dentistry

  9. Fore more details refer :http://www.appletondental.ca/general-category/signs-that-your-teeth-arent-as-healthy-as-you-think

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