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What are canine teeth used for?
Canines, also called eyeteeth or cuspids, are teeth used for ripping and tearing at foods that... Full Answer05/19/8528
What are premolars?
Premolars, also called bicuspids, are teeth located between your canines and your molars.... Full Answer05/19/8425
What are molar teeth for?
Molar teeth are the last three teeth on both sides of your mouth, both up and down. There are... Full Answer05/19/8320
What is an oral surgeon (maxillofacial surgeon)?
An oral (maxillofacial) surgeon is a dentist with an extra four to six years of training. These... Full Answer05/19/8200
What is a prosthodontist?
A prosthodontist is a dental specialist who restores natural teeth and missing teeth with... Full Answer05/19/8107
What is dentin?
The dentin is the hard tissue that makes up the core of each tooth. It's the part of a tooth... Full Answer05/19/7608
What are the parts of a tooth?
The different parts of a tooth are: the crown, which is the part you can see above the gum... Full Answer05/19/7467
What are oxygenating mouth rinses?
Oxygenating mouth rinses are typically sold as breath-fresheners and may contain ingredients such... Full Answer05/19/7034
What should I know about drinking tap water with fluoride?
According to the Academy of General Dentistry, adding fluoride to public water supplies is... Full Answer05/19/4211
Are there alternatives to dental floss?
When it comes to taking care of your teeth, flossing is critically important. Most dentists... Full Answer05/19/3915
Why do I need to floss my teeth?
You need to floss your teeth because flossing is the best way to help prevent gum disease. It not... Full Answer05/19/3802
What is the link between flossing and heart disease?
Research suggests a link between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease, though no one can... Full Answer05/19/3678
What are dental floss holders?
A dental floss holder, or pre-threaded flosser, is a device that makes it easier to floss your... Full Answer05/19/3571
How should I choose a toothbrush?
Choose a toothbrush with soft bristles and a handle that's comfortable to hold. Make sure the... Full Answer05/19/3456
Who should use an electric toothbrush?
Simply put, if an electric toothbrush motivates you to brush your teeth or makes it easier for you... Full Answer05/19/3323
