Q: When should one consider seeing a dentist?

<p><strong>Following signs should alarm you:</strong></p><ul><li>Bleeding while brushing/flossing.</li><li>Recession of gums.</li><li>Unusually dry mouth.</li><li>Widening gaps.</li><li>Sores not clearing up even after 2 weeks.</li><li>Toothache.</li><li>Heavy white layer on tongue.</li></ul>

Question 1

What services does a dentist provide?

Accepted Answer

Dentists cover a broad range of services, some of which which are mentioned below:

Replacing missing tooth.
Covering broken/damaged tooth.
Removing infected tooth and wisdom tooth.
Removing built up deposits from the teeth and smoothening chipped surface.
Straightening crooked teeth.
Lightening teeth.

Question 2

What can one expect from a dentist during their appointment?

Accepted Answer

This is how your experience will most likely be - They will:

Enquire about your daily oral practices and family history.
Educate you on better oral health practices.
Carry out x-rays and other diagnostic tests.
Ensure safe administration of anesthetics.
Look out for any anomaly in tongue/teeth/gums/salivary glands/jaws

Question 3

What happens if dentist accidentally hit the nerve with needle and cause paraesthesia? Are they liable?

Accepted Answer

Yes dentists can commit such errors and in this case they will be liable to compensate you with dental nerve damage.
What signs & symptoms to look out for, if this happens:

Numbness in tongue/gums/jaws/cheeks/face even after 6 hours.
Tingling sensation in these regions.
Loss of taste.
Difficulty in speech.
Burning sensation.

Question 4

When should one consider seeing a dentist?

Accepted Answer

Following signs should alarm you:

Bleeding while brushing/flossing.
Recession of gums.
Unusually dry mouth.
Widening gaps.
Sores not clearing up even after 2 weeks.
Toothache.
Heavy white layer on tongue.

Question 5

How should one evaluate their dentist?

Accepted Answer

Figuring out the right dentist will require some research, attention to details, and questioning:

Look out for equipment sterilization.
If you have some infection which calls for attention of multiple specialists, then they must communicate properly with other care providers.
Visit multiple practitioners before undergoing costly procedures which get recommended.
Research and enquire about latest development in medicines and technology, especially if they are related to your disease.
Look for experience and certifications (BDS - Bachelor of Dental Surgery is required; MDS – Master of Dental Surgery is optional).

Question 6

Does insurance cover dental treatments?

Accepted Answer

Dental treatments are generally excluded from insurance plans, but an emergency dental treatment caused by accident will get some coverage depending on the plan.

Discuss same with your insurance provider.

Question 7

What are healthy oral hygiene habits?

Accepted Answer

Following these steps will ensure that your teeth is clean and healthy:

Brush 2 times a day, with each session lasting for 2 minutes.
Never leave out tongue and teeth while brushing.
Floss after brushing.
Ask dentist which kind of toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash to use.
Have monthly checkup for removal of tartar and examination of entire mouth.

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