Gingiva

The classification of periapical lesions of endodontic origin and clinical evaluation of the aetiology and pathogenesis of their development There are various literatures that classify periapical lesions. Often these have been based on histological findings and so the resulting classifications having minor differences in terminology. This could easily lead to confusion between clinicians and subsequently incorrect diagnosis. The correct diagnosis of any disease is the foundation to the…

A 34 year old female school teacher presents to your office complaining that she broke off a cusp on her lower left first molar. Visual inspection reveals that tooth #19 is missing the disolingual cusp down to the gingival crest, and a large MOD amalgam is present. The patient is a heavy bruxer and she admits that she wakes up sometimes grinding her teeth. The dentist recommends a crown to restore the tooth. In this patient, the sings I will see when doing an extra an intra oral examinations…

My knowledge begins with shadowing two dental hygienists. A brief description on what a dental hygienist do is they specializes in providing clinical, educational and therapeutic services to enhance oral and overall health. They serve many functions in a dental office such as carefully exam teeth, mouth, and gums. They look for any signs of decay, periodontal disease, oral cancer, or other oral problems. They also take x rays so the doctor can view them and quickly diagnose any problems that…

How periodontal disease enters the body In both humans and dogs, periodontal disease is an overlooked but serious condition. Periodontal disease is caused by oral bacteria present in the mouth that forms plaque, a filmy substance on the teeth. When exposed to minerals in saliva and allowed to settle, the plaque mineralizes over a period of two to three days and hardens into a thick calculus on the teeth. The presence of starchy particles in the mouth creates an ideal breeding environment and…

In elementary, middle and high schools, hygiene is a prevalent issue, especially in areas that live in poverty or are low income. There are three areas my group and I will be focusing on throughout this project. In this paper specifically, I will touch upon dental hygiene. Our goal is to provide awareness that hygiene can greatly affect one’s overall health. Our interventions include presenting this in a creative way to elementary students so that they are able to learn why hygiene is so…

A toothache can be more than just bothersome; they can affect what you eat, how you talk, and can even lead to more serious dental problems if not treated properly. Here to tell you everything you need to know about toothaches, what causes them, and how to relive their pain, is 21st Century Dental, home to Brooklyn, NY’s finest dentists. What Is A Toothache? A toothache is any pain associated with your teeth. They can develop for a number of reasons, including a decaying, abscessed, fractured,…

Toothache is very common now days because most of us usually fail to maintain a good oral hygiene. Toothache sometimes becomes too severe for us and we run to see a dentist for fixing it. We must not ignore a toothache at anytime. Many causes of such an ache are cracked tooth, exposed tooth root, jaw malfunctioning, spasms of muscles surrounding our oral cavity or a simple cracked tooth due to any trauma. A toothache may be mild in the beginning and becomes severe if we keep on ignoring it for…

A pulpotomy can help save a child's tooth that is badly infected from tooth decay, preserving the function of the dental arch. A pulpotomy in children is a fairly common procedure and has an excellent rate of success. Why is a Pulpotomy Necessary? When small cavities are untreated, they can begin to grow deep inside of the tooth. If the decay reaches the pulp of the tooth, it irritates the pulpal tissue, causing pain and inflammation. If left untreated, the tooth will abscess, making it…

Prompt Periodontal Care for Quick Resolution of Gum Disease You may already have gum or periodontal disease and realize it only when your gums start to bleed. Most of the time, gum problems are not painful during the early stage. If you do not pay attention to gum health, you might wake up one day surprised that abscesses are already oozing and parts of your mouth are already infected. Neglect of gum health can lead to loss of teeth and parts of your jawbone. Periodontic studies in Spanish…

The American Academy of periodontology has recently claimed that half of Americans have periodontal disease. If you have recently been told that you have this disease, know that you are not alone. Half of America might have this disease, but its present at different stages. while Many Dental professionals are concerned about such high rates of this disease, they are very intrigued by and the lack of treatment among some age groups. Many of those professionals are taking it upon themselves to…