Dentist warned of danger due to gradual tooth erasure

VyacheslavMinko, a dental surgeon and chief physician of the Dr.Minko Dental Clinic, told on Monday, April 6, how gradual tooth enamel erasure can be dangerous.

"Teeth that have shrunk due to abrasion cannot withstand the required load during chewing. As a result, it is redistributed, and other teeth are forced to work harder and more actively. This threatens their accelerated wear and gradual destruction," he warned in a conversation with Lenta.Ru .

The doctor said that in the process of erasing, cracks and chips often form on the enamel. If this process is not stopped in time, cracks can cause pulpitis, periodontitis, and serious inflammation, including purulent ones.

At the same time, Minko noted that minor tooth erasure is observed in many people, especially the elderly. According to the doctor, it is important to keep these processes under control and visit the dentist every six months.

I'll give you a tooth: the cost of dental appointments has increased by one and a half times

The most expensive specialist services were in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Orthodontist Andrey Zhuk spoke earlier that day about ways to preserve teeth and avoid installing veneers. The expert emphasized that orthodontic treatment requires an individual approach and strategic planning. The doctor must take into account the characteristics of the patient's body in order to achieve a safe and sustainable result.

In turn, Doctor of Medical Sciences, dental hygienist Oles Shevchenko told in an interview with Life.Ru that spring allergies not only cause runny nose and itching, but also negatively affect oral health.

Allergic stomatitis is the body's reaction to allergens, which can cause swelling, severe itching and dry mouth. 360.ru . All this can later lead to serious dental problems.

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