Educational Blogs – Pearl Shine Dental

Your throat houses many structures such as tonsils, uvula, pharynx, larynx, etc. Any structure can undergo inflammation; the condition is known as laryngitis when the larynx is hit. This part of your throat is also known as the voice box and is supposed to help us...

There are many differences between cavities and stains, but the most important distinction is that cavities are permanent damage to your teeth while stains can usually be removed. Both of these can be serious problems that require treatment; however, they are not the...

If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to calculus – that is, until your dentist starts talking about it. Believe it or not, calculus can form both on and below the gum line, and if left untreated, can lead to all sorts of problems including...

Do you sometimes have trouble understanding people when they talk? Do their words sound slurred or strange? If so, there's a good chance that they have a lisp. A lisp is a speech disorder that affects the way someone pronounces certain sounds. In this guide, we will...

Do you have a chipped or cracked tooth? Have you been told by your dentist that you need a front tooth crown? If so, you may be wondering what this is and why you need it. A front tooth crown is a dental restoration that is used to cover and protect a damaged or...

A dental Cantilever bridge is a type of dental bridge that uses one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, to replace missing teeth. The pontics are attached to the abutments, which are the dental crowns that are placed on the ends of the healthy teeth adjacent to...

If you are experiencing pain in your teeth, it is important to visit your dentist as soon as possible. Dental issues can be very painful and may require immediate treatment. One common dental problem that many people experience is cracked tooth syndrome. Below we'll...

Teething is one of the most common milestones during a baby's first year. It can be a difficult process for both baby and parents, but with this guide you'll know exactly what to expect. In this blog, we will discuss how long teething lasts, the symptoms of teething,...

Do you grind your teeth at night? If so, you're not alone. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common problem that can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw, teeth, and head. We will discuss some of the best ways to treat and prevent pain from teeth grinding in...

The exposed tooth root is a common dental problem that can occur due to various reasons. It can cause a lot of discomfort and needs to be treated as soon as possible. In this blog post, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatments for exposed tooth roots in...

Many patients visit us at Pearl Shine Dental Clinic for their receding gums. Receding gums, or gingival recession, occur when your gum line pulls away from your teeth and exposes them to bacteria. It can be a nuisance, both for your oral health and as a cosmetic...

Did you know that your mouth is a habitat for bacteria? Bacteria are found in moist places, and your mouth is one of them. When bacteria cluster on a wet surface to form colonies, biofilms develop. Everyone has biofilm in their mouth, but if precautionary measures are...