Dental cavities are one of the most common worldwide dental problems, affecting millions yearly. Cavities are caused by decay and bacteria that break down the tooth’s enamel, eventually forming a hole or a cavity, which requires a dental filling to fix. These holes can cause a lot of pain and discomfort and, if left untreated, can lead to more serious dental problems.

Dental cavities are not always visible to the naked eye, so dentists recommend annual X-rays. Dental X-rays provide additional information beyond what is visible during a clinical oral examination. These include proximal dental caries (cavities between teeth) and early carious lesions (tiny cavities) that are too small to be detected otherwise. If they are caught early using dental X-rays, cavities can be reversed, preventing more expensive dental procedures from occurring.

This article will explore what a cavity looks like on an X-ray and how to tell what type of treatment you need.

Have you ever wondered whether dentists are doctors? Why do they have the title of “Dr.” in front of their name? Dentists do hold doctoral degrees, and hence are regarded as “doctors.” However, the question of whether a dentist is a medical doctor is more complicated. This article looks into a list of all professions that can use the title “doctor” and why all people who use the title “doctor” should not be treated equally in the healthcare industry.

Canker sores are a common problem many of us face at some point in our lives. These small ulcers can be painful and hard to ignore, but can you pop them to get rid of them once and for all? The answer is no, and popping them can actually cause a host of other problems. This article will explain what canker sores are, why popping canker sores isn’t recommended, and offer tips on how to manage them instead.