Why is my tooth pain so bad? 5 dental questions answered by our dentist at Aura Dental

When it comes to dental care, there is quite a lot for the average dental patient to learn.

And, while it can be tempting to simply look for information about cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry online, there is a lot of misinformation on the internet related to this area.

And of course, you run the risk of coming across articles disguised as advertisements, trying to sell you a dental product which is not as good as it appears to be!

Far from a popular area to research related to dentistry is one of the most important areas; general dental care and hygiene. As any dental team will tell you, before you can have any kind of cosmetic dental care performed, you need to have a solid basis to build it on.

At Aura Dental, our dentist in St Johns Wood takes general dentistry very seriously, and will always endeavour to keep your mouth healthy. Not only is good dental health important for that pearly white smile many people wish to obtain, but it is also key to having good physical health too.

So, in this article, our dentist in St John’s Wood answers some of the most commonly searched general dental questions of 2020. Enjoy!

Why does my tooth hurt so much?

Toothache can be caused by many factors but, if you have a toothache which worsens when drinking hot or cold liquids, then you may have a cavity.

Alternatively, you may have lost a filling or a crown, but regardless, any dental pain should be explored by our dentist in St Johns’ Wood.

Can I improve the appearance of my smile?

Yes, you can!

While basic hygiene is an important part of having a whiter smile, there are many options to make your teeth gleam that doesn’t require extensive cosmetic procedures.

A simple whitening procedure performed by our team at Aura Dental is likely to improve the appearance of your smile.

I have a gap between my two front teeth-are there ways to close it?

Yes, there are many ways.

A gap between the front teeth can be alleviated by either bonding the teeth or may require the placing of custom-fitted veneers. These options are more down the cosmetic line of treatments.

If you want to realign your teeth to close the gap, we may be able to offer you an adult aligner like Invisalign if you are suited.

How can I ensure my children have good teeth?

Firstly, aim to reduce all consumption of sugar-laden food and drinks.

Make the twice-daily brushing of teeth a game; create a song or purchase an interesting dental brush for your children to play with. You could even offer to get them small treats if they brush their teeth twice a day for a week, to create positive reinforcement.

Is it safe to have a filling while you are pregnant?

Yes, having a filling while pregnant is perfectly safe. If you are pregnant, talk to our team about prenatal dental care today!