Are you experiencing issues with your teeth or gums? You don't have to live with pain, chipped teeth, or unsightly stains when you make regular visits to the appropriate dentist. Trained dental professionals have several ways to solve your dental issues, ranging from fillings to whitening to dental implants. Read on to learn more about common dental problems and the solutions used to fix them.
 

1. Stained Teeth

Do you avoid smiling because you're subconscious about your discolored or stained teeth? Have you smoked or used chewing tobacco products for years and the effects are visible? If so, you can visit your local dentist who can help you out with professional tooth whitening. In a very short time, your teeth can be several shades lighter than before.

2. Chipped or Cracked Teeth

A cracked or chipped tooth can happen because you bit down on something too hard. It can also happen due to an accident or fall, especially if you're athletic and forgot to wear your mouth guard. If the cracked or chipped tooth is causing pain or profuse bleeding, you may want to seek out emergency dental care services. Thanks to restorative care, your dentist may use veneers or a crown to restore the appearance of your damaged tooth. If the tooth is too cracked to save and requires pulling, your dentist can use dental implants that look and function like regular teeth.

3. Painful Teeth

According to the CDC, more than 34 million school hours are lost each year on average because of unplanned dental care. Your child may have tooth pain keeping them up at night due to dental cavities or an abscess. Whether an adult or child has cavities, your dentist can solve the problem by using fillings that remove the decayed part of the tooth and fill it in with metal or resin. Because children are so active, they're prone to falls and accidents that can cause oral fractures that need emergency care.

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, two in five adults in the United States are affected by some form of gum disease. Whether you're experiencing signs of gum disease, tooth pain, cracks, or discoloration, a visit to your local dentist can help solve the problem. We have a range of solutions to restore the function and look of your teeth. If you have tooth issues that you need to discuss, contact McDaniel Family Dental today and inquire about our dental implants.