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Blood clotting at the extracted area is very important after tooth extraction at your dentist in New West. Think of the blood clot as the shield that will protect your wound from bacteria and infection. Without that blood clot, you might experience a condition called dry socket. This happens when the clotting is dislodged, leaving the wound exposed to bacteria. This also causes pain or discomfort.    After your surgical treatment, your Dentist in New Westminster BC will cover the wound with gauze. This will prevent bleeding and stop the area from being disturbed. You can also do the following tips to prevent dry socket conditions. 1. Drink gently.  It’s better to stay away from sugary and caffeinated drinks while still recovering from your surgery. Make sure you drink gently and do not let the fluid get in the extracted site. Don’t use a straw as well as the force you use in drinking from a straw can dislodge the blood clot. 2. Rest properly. ...

Toothaches are often brought about by cavities. When the cavity has reached the nerves of your tooth, this can lead to pain and inflammation. Infection and abscess in the teeth will warrant a trip to the Dentist in New Westminster at clinics such as Belmont Dental Centre as soon as possible.  But there are also instances when your toothache isn’t caused by a cavity. Here are the possible reasons: 1. You have a sensitive tooth. When you experience enamel deterioration, the tooth can become more sensitive. This sensitivity can become severe and can lead to stabbing or even sharp pain. This can also happen to people with gum recession problems. 2. Your tooth has suffered a crack or a chip.   When you suffer from a dental injury and this has caused cracks or chips in your teeth, pain can ensue. When the pulp or nerves are exposed, you might feel stabbing pain as well. Until the cracks or chips are fixed, you will continue experiencing the pa...

After undergoing tooth extraction or other kinds of dental surgeries, you might still experience bleeding. Your dentist in New West will apply a gauze on the area before you will go home and this will help control the bleeding.  It’s normal to have light bleeding issues once you get home. If you notice that you spit out pink saliva, don’t panic because this is normal for the first few hours after your surgery. But if the bleeding persists or becomes heavier, you can contact your Dentist in New Westminster BC . Replace the gauze with a fresh one and make sure to bite down on it to control the bleeding. Using tea bags is also recommended. The tannins in tea actually help in contracting blood vessel, which will then lessen the bleeding. Just make sure you apply a room temperature tea bag and bite it down for about 30 minutes before taking it out and replacing it with a fresh gauze. It's also important to control your temper. Sudden outbursts of anger can ...

According to statistics, 85% of people will experience a problem with their wisdom teeth at one point or another. It’s not necessary to go to a dentist in New West to have your wisdom tooth extracted if this isn’t bothering you. But if you start noticing these signs, it could already indicate an infection, which will require the help of your Dentist in New Westminster BC :   Your gums at the corner of your mouth are infected. Since wisdom teeth is found at the far corners of the mouth, the swelling will start from here. Your gums will start thickening and start becoming inflamed. Redness and inflammation in this area might also start to spread in your cheeks. You’re constantly tasting something bad in your mouth. Infected wisdom tooth and the tissues that surround it will ooze out pus, which can be the reason why you will taste something bad in your mouth. This bad taste is also often accompanied by a foul odor. You have swollen ...

After having your braces adjusted, you will most likely feel pain again. The pressure and tension from the wires will force your teeth to align properly. Some people might also suffer from bleeding and itchy gums, which isn’t a rarity. It can happen.    Don’t panic if this happens to you. After a few days, your teeth should have already adjusted to the new wires again. If the bleeding and itchiness persists, it’s better to consult your Dentist in New West as this could be the onset of gingivitis. This tends to happen to brace wearers because it’s more difficult to brush and floss the teeth. Cavities can easily set in and tartar can build in between the teeth and the gums, causing bleeding and itchiness. You can try mitigating the problem by brushing your teeth properly. Make sure you reach every nook and cranny of your teeth. Floss afterwards. There are some techniques you can employ to make sure you can reach the areas between your teet...

Dental implants are quite durable. When done properly, they can last for a long time with little to no problems. However, if you discover something wrong with your dental implants, you would want to go to a Dental Clinic in New Westminster such as Belmont Dental Centre right away to have it fixed.  It’s also important to know the following frequently asked questions about dental implant restoration: Are dental implant issues common? They’re actually not. In fact, restoration problems are quite rare. Dental implants tend to enjoy a high success rating, which is why dental implant restoration is not commonly needed. However, it can still happen. What are the reasons for dental implant damages? Failure of integration can be the root cause of the problem. If the implants have failed to fuse with the jawbone, this can cause the loosening of the implant. If you develop jawbone problems such as infection or gum disease, this can also make yo...

Natural remedies are often used to mitigate toothache. The pungent garlic, according to old folks, helps in relieving pain and inflammation. Garlic actually has potent anti-bacterial properties. It also works in reducing inflammation. It is, however, smelly and a little spicy, which makes it a little uncomfortable to use. Clove is also a popular natural remedy for tooth pain. When applied to the affected area, it can help reduce pain and inflammation.  While there are actually certain benefits to using these natural remedies, they shouldn’t replace going to a Dentist in New West . The thing about natural remedies for toothache is that they only help reduce the pain but do not really solve the root cause of the pain, which is often times an infection or abscess in the teeth. If these are the reasons why you’re having an extreme toothache, you definitely need to visit a dentist in New Westminster BC. Abscess in the teeth might also be difficult to reach with natur...