{"id":264,"date":"2025-01-06T22:30:41","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T22:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/?p=264"},"modified":"2025-02-24T22:33:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T22:33:08","slug":"have-you-had-4-most-common-dental-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/2025\/01\/06\/have-you-had-4-most-common-dental-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Have You Had One of These 4 Common Dental Problems?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-300x300.png\" alt=\"Cute graphic of a tooth surrounded by depictions of dental health issues\" class=\"wp-image-265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image.png 333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Humans undeniably have a morbid sense of curiosity. After all, you\u2019re reading this post! Maybe it has something to do with an ingrained impulse to absorb information, or some sort of survival instinct via fact-gathering, but in any case, there\u2019s something satisfying about learning about various health conditions. If you\u2019re craving a dose of dental problems, check out these four common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral afflictions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cavities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You likely know \u2018em, but you probably don\u2019t like \u2018em \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/restorative-dentistry.html\">cavities<\/a> have a notorious reputation, especially amongst children. Many kids have heard warnings about eating too much sugar and developing toothaches, but sometimes cavities are more complicated than that. Genetics, for example, can play a role in how easily you contract them. Regardless, it\u2019s the number one most common health problem in the US!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cavities attack your teeth, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\">gum disease<\/a> attacks your gums. Mild cases can be treated with consistent oral hygiene, but if you get the more advanced version of the disease \u2013 periodontitis \u2013 then your dentist will probably recommend something more involved. Scaling and root planing is a popular solution in these cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease isn\u2019t quite as frequent as cavities but still has some shocking statistics. About 42% of adults over the age of 30 have gum disease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dental Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do your teeth hurt when you bite into something cold \u2013 or something hot? Yes, it\u2019s a pretty common experience, but dental sensitivity does count as an oral condition. Some cases are actually treatable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/porcelain-veneers.html\">Dental veneers<\/a>, for example, can mitigate these harsh sensations by shielding weakened enamel from the elements. Crowns, fillings, and bonding, meanwhile, can cover cracks, chips, or cavities that could be exposing the more sensitive layers of your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dental Staining<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you glad to find out that you\u2019re not the only one with yellowy teeth? On the contrary, when asked what they would like to change about their smile, most patients answer, \u201cI\u2019d like whiter teeth!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways your dentist can help you achieve that goal. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/teeth-whitening.html\">teeth whitening<\/a> treatment involves applying a safe bleaching agent to your enamel in order to lift surface stains. Dental veneers and bonding can improve your aesthetics too, though technically they don\u2019t eliminate dental stains. Instead, tooth-colored materials will conceal your discoloration and provide you with a seamless, natural look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental problems are more common than you might think. It can be tough to take care of your oral health, especially by yourself \u2013 that\u2019s why doctors practice dentistry. Your dentist will be happy to help you with whatever condition or aesthetic problem you have, so there\u2019s no need to feel embarrassed or ashamed when you make an appointment. Give their office a call with confidence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Natalya Ramsay<\/a> is passionate about dentistry \u2013 and her patients. She goes above and beyond to help them enjoy healthier and prettier smiles, and that enthusiasm extends to those she treats as part of her work with the Medical Teams International Dental Van (a program which provides mobile dental care for low-income communities). If you\u2019d like to know more about oral conditions and how to treat them, call Dr. Ramsay\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/contact.html\">office<\/a> at 503-472-1402.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Humans undeniably have a morbid sense of curiosity. 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