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Large amalgam filling with recurrent decay under the filling. In this case after the removal of decay too much tooth was missing to restore with a filling. A nice conservative option to a crown is a porcelain onlay. The end result is very natural. 

"Patient had two congenitally missing teeth (they never erupted). Due to this the two central teeth spread out. We did porcelain crowns for the patient to create centrals without a space in between, created enough space for the two laterals. - P.S. - Lower arch in progress. "

How to treat TMJ pain;

You can get immediate relief with pain medication, muscle relaxation with an ice pack. For long term relief you may need dental or medical intervention depending on the cause. Your dentist will be your first line of treatment.  

The most common cause of ear pain is Temporomandibular joint disorder. Tmj  ear pain can be a dull or a sharp pain, can cause muscle spasms of the facial muscles, headaches, neck pain, migraines & shoulder pain. This can be very debilitating. 

What causes a cavity ?

Bacteria in your mouth thrive on leftover food on your teeth & from plaque. The acid in plaque dissolves enamel causing cavities. Overtime the cavity gets deeper and closer to the nerve (pulp) causing a toothache. 

The Tooth Fairy Controversy 

How much money should the tooth fairy pay for a tooth?

Calling all parents- We need your opinion- How much did the tooth fairy pay your child for a tooth? Was there a multiple tooth discount? Does it matter if the tooth had a cavity? Does the tooth fairy give coins or "big money?"(as my nephew calls it) Can your child spend tooth fairy money or does it go in the piggy bank? Does the tooth fairy give other things besides money? All important questions if you are a parent of a 6-12 yr old.

 Or if you are a 6-12 yr old. 

This is tartar or calculus as your hygienist calls it. It is calcified bacterial byproducts. Gross right? This is what causes recession and bone loss (PERIODONTAL DISEASE) This also exacerbates several systemic diseases. 

Can you guess who's car this is?  #braceface #dentalstuff #dentist #sanmarcos