Wisdom teeth & extractions
Can I lie down after wisdom tooth removal? What to check before bed
Rest with your head slightly raised, and check bleeding and remove gauze before going to sleep.
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Wisdom teeth & extractions
Wisdom tooth pain getting worse after three days: what could be wrong?
If pain returns after an extraction, pay attention to how it has changed and any other symptoms.
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Orthodontics
The braces are off. When can the retainer come off too?
Keeping teeth straight continues long after the active treatment ends.
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Daily oral careCavities & preventionChildren’s teeth
Do you need a full strip of toothpaste like the ads?
Before covering the brush, consider your age, the fluoride concentration, and how you brush.
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Anaesthesia & general health
I snore loudly. Can I have dental sedation?
Sleep apnea does not automatically rule out conscious sedation. Your condition, the sedation technique and the care setting need to be assessed first.
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Daily oral careGum health & periodontal disease
Switched to an Electric Toothbrush—But Are You Pressing Harder?
Guide the bristles over every tooth surface rather than pressing harder.
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Jaw health & grinding
If you're sure you don't grind your teeth, why does your jaw ache every morning?
Clenching without making a sound can also leave your jaw sore.
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Daily oral care
If the bristles still look straight, can I keep using my toothbrush?
The replacement date and the condition of the bristles both deserve attention.
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Tongue & mouth conditions
A White Patch in Your Mouth: What If It Wipes Off—or Doesn't?
A white patch that does not go away needs an examination; color and photographs alone cannot establish the cause.
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Jaw health & grinding
My jaw clicks, but it does not hurt. Do I need treatment?
Pain, limited opening and locking matter more than how loud the click sounds.
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Jaw health & grinding
Will Jaw Botox Put an End to Teeth Grinding?
Reducing bite force is different from stopping tooth grinding.
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Jaw health & grinding
Clenching at the Gym: Is Your Jaw Getting a Workout Too?
If your jaw feels exhausted after training, take a closer look at how you brace.
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