Dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually the back teeth-- to prevent tooth decay. Although thorough brushing and flossing can remove food ...

Luong, DMDDiastema refers to a noticeable gap between the teeth that's wider than 0.5 millimeters (0.02 inch). Most commonly, ...

Eat soft foods: Opt for soft foods, such as soup, yogurt, and mashed potatoes, while your tooth is healing. Follow up with ...