Tooth enamel can sometimes be affected by misalignment issues between two or more of your teeth. This can be a gradual process where one tooth wears excessively on the lingual or facial surface of another. As time goes on it can cause a gradual loss of once strong and healthy dental structures. If you notice an abnormal texture developing on... read more »
When you suffer a chipped tooth from something like nibbling on a pencil or crunching on ice, the damage might not seem severe. Early on you might not feel any pain or distress in the tooth. However, as time goes on the chipped tooth enamel might start to attract plaque and other bacterial deposits. This could encourage a cavity to... read more »
An inconsistent oral hygiene routine can cause plaque acids to build up in your mouth. This can weaken your tooth enamel while also encouraging bacteria to afflict a tooth with a cavity. This often causes sensitivity in the specific tooth, discomfort, and a possible change in texture. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms with one of your teeth... read more »