{"id":74,"date":"2018-06-03T22:07:07","date_gmt":"2018-06-03T22:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drbc.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2023-08-22T17:47:39","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T17:47:39","slug":"teeth-protect-dentist-ormond-beach-explains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drbc.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/03\/teeth-protect-dentist-ormond-beach-explains\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do My Teeth Protect Me? Your Dentist in Ormond Beach Explains"},"content":{"rendered":"It\u2019s easy to take our teeth for granted. When we\u2019re young, we assume that they\u2019ll stay in our mouth forever, regardless of the constant stress they see on a daily basis. However, without daily oral care, even the hardest substance in the human body can start to break down. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drbc.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist in Ormond Beach<\/a> hopes that if patients understand everything our teeth do for us, they\u2019ll take the initiative to better care for them.\n\nToday, your dentist will do just that by going over the anatomy of teeth in great detail.\n\n<!--more-->\n<h2>The Anatomy of the Human Tooth<\/h2>\nTo understand how teeth protect you daily, you first need to understand the functions each part plays.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Crown<\/strong> \u2013 This refer specifically to the top part of the tooth. It\u2019s what makes up the visible portions of your smile, so it\u2019s important to take care of this if you care about your appearance. While every tooth has a crown, not all of them have the same functions.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Enamel<\/strong> \u2013 The tooth is comprised of three layers, with the enamel layer being the visible portion. While enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, it\u2019s important you take care of it to prevent decay and tooth sensitivity.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Dentin<\/strong> \u2013 This layer is directly underneath enamel. It\u2019s meant to act as another layer of protection for your pulp. If you notice yellow discoloration in your smile, it\u2019s likely the dentin peering through your translucent enamel.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Gumline<\/strong> \u2013 The gumline sits where the tooth and gums meet. Without brushing and flossing, plaque can easily cause gingivitis and more advanced forms of gum disease.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Root<\/strong> \u2013 This is embedded in your alveolar bone. It actually makes up two-thirds of your entire tooth and keeps it in place.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Pulp<\/strong> \u2013 This is the soft tissue found in the center of your teeth. Your enamel and dentin is responsible for protecting this vulnerable area where your nerves and blood vessels sit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Different Types of Teeth and Their Functions<\/h2>\nYou may notice that not all of your teeth share the same appearance. This is because there are actually four different types of teeth in your mouth. They include:\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Canines<\/strong> \u2013 Also known as cuspids, these pointed teeth are used to tear tough foods like meats.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Incisors<\/strong> \u2013 These sharp teeth are responsible for cutting food. There are four in each arch, for a total of eight.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Molars<\/strong> \u2013 Molars are necessary to grind food and typically experience the most amount of stress. Give close attention to these teeth when brushing and flossing.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Premolars<\/strong> \u2013 These are meant to crush and tear food and have two pointed cuspids. They are also referred to as bicuspids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nWithout your teeth, you couldn\u2019t chew, smile, or digest food properly, so brush twice a day, floss daily, and visit your dentist in Ormond Beach every six months to keep them in good shape. Schedule an appointment with him today!\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.drbc.com\/dr-andrew-nawrocki.html\">Dr. Andrew Nawrocki<\/a> earned his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. He remains an active part of the dental community by teaching and consulting with other top dentists. To learn more about his practice and preventive treatments, contact him through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drbc.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It\u2019s easy to take our teeth for granted. When we\u2019re young, we assume that they\u2019ll stay in our mouth forever, regardless of the constant stress they see on a daily basis. 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