Teeth Grinding in Your Sleep: Why it Happens and How Mountain View Dental Can Help
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The primary function of our teeth is to help us chew our food so our body can digest it properly. They also play a large role in how we speak, drink, and can even be indicators of potential health problems in other areas of our body. Let’s go over the anatomy of teeth and the function of each.
Four Tooth Types and Their Functions
Some people develop a fifth type of tooth, called a third molar. Third molars are rare, but if a person does develop them it tends to happen around 18 years of age. Third molars can cause pain and overcrowding, so it is not uncommon to have them removed if/when they do develop.
Gross Anatomy of Teeth
The anatomy of the tooth includes the crown, the neck, and the root. The crown is the area of a tooth that is visible above the gum line. The neck is the area of the tooth that is on the gum line. The root is the region of the tooth that is below the gum line. Inside the tooth is a “live tissue” called dentine.
This tissue contains tiny tubules throughout the structure. These tubules connect with the central nerve of your tooth within the pulp. The dentine of the root, below the gum line, is covered with a hard bone-like substance called cementum. The central chamber of the tooth contains what is called “pulp”. This tissue contains blood vessels, nerves, and small lymph vessels.
Tips for Strong and Healthy Teeth
Brush at least twice daily, and floss at least once daily. Replace your toothbrush every 6 months. Limit consumption of sugary foods and acidic foods. Schedule a cleaning with a dentist at Mountain View Dental every six months. Their friendly staff is available to help, should you need to call with questions or schedule an appointment. Mountain View Dental only hires the best dentists, so you can rest assured you will receive the care you need here.
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