Strong, Functional Teeth
A great way to tell if your teeth are in a healthy condition is to examine their strength and functionality. Strong teeth should be firm and not loose or shaky to the touch, and they should also be able to chew any foods without causing you discomfort or pain.
Healthy teeth are white or slightly off-white in color, with smooth surfaces and well-defined edges. They should also be free of chips, cracks, and visible cavities. The gum tissue surrounding the teeth should be pink and firm, with no signs of inflammation or bleeding.
Loose and shaky teeth are far from strong, strong teeth a firm and they do not have cavities, cracks or grooves. Also, strong teeth are not sensitive to hot cold or sweet food and drinks.
Symptoms of tooth decay
tooth sensitivity – you may feel tenderness or pain when eating or drinking something hot, cold or sweet. grey, brown or black spots appearing on your teeth. bad breath. an unpleasant taste in your mouth.
In a healthy mouth, the tissues are pink, firm and moist. If you have a healthy mouth, your breath will smell pleasant or neutral. Healthy gums are firm and pink, not red or white. They are not swollen or sore.
Healthy teeth are bright white and sparkle when you catch them in the light. Yellow teeth indicate plaque buildup, poor dental hygiene, or something more serious like gingivitis or oral cancer. It's important to keep track of how healthy your teeth are because it reflects on your general health.
If your teeth feel as smooth as glass, you've done a good job of brushing. If some areas still feel a bit rough, you should brush them again. Bacteria start forming the layer of biofilm in as little as two hours after brushing. After 48 hours this biofilm gets stronger, turning into a thicker dental plaque.
What Color are Unhealthy Gums? Disease-causing bacteria can cause gums to become inflamed, which can sometimes lead to bright red gums. In other cases, the bacteria can cause an infection that results in white or blue gums. And in severe cases, the infection can cause the gums to turn black.
Bacteria also produce acid, which they make from sugars in your food. These acids attack your tooth enamel, turning a rough surface into a pitted one, then making those pits deeper until they become cavities. So keeping your teeth shiny helps them avoid stains and cavities.
Dental professionals consider a square-shaped jaw one of the most attractive because it shows that someone has a strong jawline and thin lips. On the other side of that spectrum is a round-shaped jaw with protruding teeth that can make a person look like they have an overbite or underbite.
Studies show that those with white and well-spaced teeth appear more attractive. Some people think it's superficial, but it's not. Having beautiful teeth is linked to good oral hygiene. As a result, they appear to be more intelligent, and more successful, and yes, they have more dates.
PROPER JAW POSTURE
The teeth should not touch ever – except when swallowing. This comes as a big surprise to most people. When not chewing or swallowing, the tip of the tongue should rest gently on the tip and back of the lower incisors.
Teeth don't get wrinkles, but they definitely show signs of aging. 50% of people say that a smile is the first facial feature they notice in someone. So if you want to look younger and healthier, your teeth are a great place to start!
Healthy teeth are usually off-white or slightly yellowed, and teeth naturally darken over time. But if you notice brown, black, or green stains on your teeth, you may have a chronic condition or need a thorough dental cleaning.
Start Your Kids Early
We suggest you bring your kids to the dentist and/or orthodontist by the time they're 7 years old. This is because around age 6 or 7, they start getting their permanent adult teeth. Before your kids start getting adult teeth, you want to ensure their jaw and teeth are growing correctly.
Healthy gums are pink (or light brown if you are darker-skinned), firm, and do not bleed when you brush or floss. The gums fit snugly around the teeth on all sides to help protect the underlying bone.
Unhealthy Gums. If you have healthy gums, they will look firm and pink. Some signs of unhealthy gums include redness and swelling, gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth, and gums that appear to be pulling away from the teeth.
Unhealthy gums may appear bright red and swollen. They may feel extremely sensitive or tender to the touch. They may bleed everytime you brush or floss your teeth. These symptoms can indicate an unhealthy condition, like gum disease or a gum infection.
We can tell if you quickly flossed last night or in the parking lot before your appointment. We can also tell if this was one of the only times you flossed since your last visit. Your gums will appear red, maybe even a bit swollen, and there's a good chance that they'll bleed during your cleaning.
Some of the most common causes include: not using the right toothpaste, not flossing, brushing too hard, and not brushing your teeth for a long enough time. Oral hygiene plays an integral role in balancing the health of your other body functions, whether you realize it or not.
If you have successfully removed all of the plaque from your teeth, you should hear a squeak sound indicating your teeth are healthy and good to go. Note that unwaxed floss works best to get that “squeaky clean” sound.
Non-White or Yellow Teeth are Unhealthy
Teeth whitening treatments usually work by stripping or entering the outer enamel layer, which makes teeth weaker if done many times. So, more often than not, yellow teeth are actually stronger than pearly white ones–so long as they're cleaned regularly.
Reader's Digest quoted Adriana Manso, a clinical professor in UBC's faculty of dentistry, for an article about how whitening agents weaken teeth. He said “bleaching products contain hydrogen peroxide that diffuses through the enamel.
Underneath that enamel is the dentin, which is a hard, bony tissue that happens to have a yellowish tint. A Science Focus writer even believes that slightly yellow teeth are stronger than naturally white ones, because it suggests a healthy amount of that vital tissue.