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Tooth Disorders
Your teeth are made of a hard, bonelike material. Inside the tooth are nerves and blood vessels. You need your teeth for many activities you may take for granted. These include eating, speaking and even smiling. But tooth disorders are nothing to smile about. They include problems such as cavities (also known as tooth decay), infections, and injuries.
The most familiar symptom of a tooth problem is a toothache. Others include worn-down or loose teeth. It's important that you see a dentist if you have any problems with your teeth. Fortunately, you can prevent many tooth disorders by taking care of your teeth and keeping them clean.
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Tooth
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- Tooth Problems(American Academy of Family Physicians)
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Overviews
- Tooth Disorders(Merck & Co., Inc.)
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Diagnosis/Symptoms
- Panoramic Dental X-ray(American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America)
- Also available in Spanish
- Why Do I Need X-Rays?(Academy of General Dentistry)
- X-Rays(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
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Treatment
- Air Abrasion(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Apicoectomy(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Corrective Jaw Surgery(American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons)
- Crown Lengthening(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Crowns(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Dental Implants(American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons)
- Endodontic Treatment (Root Canal Treatment)(American Dental Association)
- Also available in Spanish
- Fillings: The Basics(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Hemisection(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Inlays and Onlays(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Laser Dentistry(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Osseous Surgery(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Pins and Posts(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Tooth Extraction(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Vital Pulpotomy(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Why Does My Dentist Prescribe Medication?(Academy of General Dentistry)
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Nutrition
- Food Tips(American Dental Association)
- How Does What I Eat Affect My Oral Health?(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Nutrition(American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons)
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Specific Conditions
- Bruxism/Teeth Grinding(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- Cracked Tooth Syndrome(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Dental Emergencies(American Dental Association)
- Dry Socket (Alveolar Osteitis)(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- How Acid Reflux Disease Damages Teeth(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Orofacial Pain(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Phantom Tooth Pain (Atypical Odontalgia)(American Academy of Oral Medicine)
- Prevent (Dental) Accidents, But Know What to Do If One Occurs(American Association of Orthodontists) - PDF
- Sensitive Teeth: Causes and Treatment(American Dental Association) - PDF
- Tooth Abfraction Lesions(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Tooth Abrasion and Tooth Erosion(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Tooth Abscess(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- Tooth Discoloration(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Toothache: First Aid(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- What Causes a Toothache?(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Wisdom Teeth(American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons) - PDF
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Related Issues
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Anesthesia and Sedation(American Dental Association)
- Also available in Spanish
- Bone Augmentation and Nerve Repositioning(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Dental Amalgam(Food and Drug Administration)
- Meth Mouth(American Dental Association)
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Oral Health and Bone Disease(National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases)
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Prevent Diabetes Problems: Keep Your Mouth Healthy
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Anesthesia and Sedation
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Pictures & Photographs
- Root Canal Treatment from Start to Finish(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
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Health Check Tools
- Dental Pain(DSHI Systems)
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Tutorials
- Dental Basics(American Dental Association)
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Videos
- Sensitive Teeth(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
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Anatomy/Physiology
- Parts of Your Teeth and Gums(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Surfaces of the Tooth(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
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Tooth(American Dental Association)
- Tooth Numbering(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Types of Teeth(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
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Financial Issues
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Finding Low-Cost Dental Care(National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research)
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Finding Low-Cost Dental Care
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Clinical Trials
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Bruxism(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Sleep Bruxism(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Tooth Diseases(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Tooth, Impacted(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Root Canal Therapy(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Bruxism
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Genetics
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Genetics Home Reference: Amelogenesis imperfecta(National Library of Medicine)
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Genetics Home Reference: Cherubism(National Library of Medicine)
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Genetics Home Reference: Dentinogenesis imperfecta(National Library of Medicine)
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Genetics Home Reference: Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia(National Library of Medicine)
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Genetics Home Reference: Oculodentodigital dysplasia(National Library of Medicine)
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Genetics Home Reference: Amelogenesis imperfecta
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Journal Articles
References and abstracts from MEDLINE/PubMed (National Library of Medicine)
- Article: Clinical evaluation of an in-office desensitizing paste containing 8% arginine...
- Article: Comparative efficacy of two treatment regimens combining in-office and at-home...
- Article: Clinical comparison of gluma and Er:YAG laser treatment of cervically...
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Dictionaries/Glossaries
- Glossary of Dental Terms(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Oral Health Glossary(Academy of General Dentistry)
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Directories
- Find a Dentist(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Find a Dentist: ADA Member Directory(American Dental Association)
- Find an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon(American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons)
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Organizations
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Children
- Bruxism (Teeth Grinding or Clenching)(Nemours Foundation)
- Oral Health: Nutrition - Children(Academy of General Dentistry)
- Repairing Children's Teeth(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Taking the Bite out of Bruxism(Nemours Foundation)
- Tooth Injuries(Nemours Foundation)
- Also available in Spanish
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Women
- How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health(Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine)
- Pregnancy Cravings Can Harm Your Oral Health(Academy of General Dentistry)
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Patient Handouts
- Amelogenesis imperfecta
- Also available in Spanish
- Broken or knocked out tooth
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- Bruxism
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- Dental plaque identification at home
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- Dental x-rays
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- Impacted tooth
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- Root canal
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- Tooth - abnormal colors
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- Tooth - abnormal shape
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- Tooth abscess
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- Tooth formation - delayed or absent
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- Toothaches
- Also available in Spanish
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