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Plaque on the teeth is unsightly as well as dangerous to your oral health and can wreak havoc in other areas of your body’s system. A dentist might be the first to encounter the symptoms leading to conditions you are not aware of, just by examining the status of your gums. There are different degrees of periodontal or gum disease. Gingivitis - This is the early stage, at this point, the gums show signs of redness and inflammation. It is the result of sticky particles of food with bacteria…

Fixed orthodontic mechanotherapy improves dentofacial aesthetics and provides good occlusal relationships but they also pose a serious challenge for the patient and the clinician in form of enamel decalcification. Fixed appliances not only favor the plaque accumulation at the cervical margins but also beneath bands and brackets. Therefore, decalcification seen around the orthodontic brackets and bands, in the form of white spot lesions, is a negative treatment sequelae seen in more than 50% of…

Endodontist Can Help You with Root Canal Treatment #RootCanalTreatment is required for all those patients who have an injured nerve that probably results in losing a tooth. This therapy helps in saving your smile and prevents further tooth decay. When you suffer from bad or diseased nerve then you need an Endodontist. An Endodontist performs Root Canal treatment that is a process of removing damaged tissue present in the middle of the tooth. The space is then cleaned and filled with the white…

If you are a nail biter, you probably know what an addictive habit it can be. You are not alone. The American Psychiatric Association places nail biters among a group of people known as “pathological groomers,” which is now thought to be another mental health classification. When you habitually bite your nails, your grooming goes into overdrive, and you could actually end up hurting yourself. According to general dentistry clinic of David M Kramer, DDS in Fairport, NY, this harm extends to your…

Paragraph Title: We Explain Why You’re in So Much Pain! Content: Many people associate root canals with pain, but actually, the procedure itself will remove the pain! An infection within your tooth happens when bacteria finds an entrance into the tissues inside of your tooth. This usually occurs from one of the following situations: Untreated decay Cracked or chipped tooth A loose filling A broken dental crown As the infection occurs, your body’s response system goes into effect. The area…

Over half of the adult population have periodontal disease in their lifetime. This disease can be serious, as it leads to the loss of teeth and deterioration of gums and bone in the mouth. According to a 2012 study by the Center for Disease control and prevention, out of two patients at least one was diagnosed with periodontal disease (1). Typically periodontal disease is seen in adults, and also in other patients that seem to have systemic disorders in patients (10). The way to treat this…

The objective of this assignment is to discuss the implementation, management, and treatment carried out for the patient (Roto Scan 14717). Patient X was first presented to me back in 2014 as she was referred from the dental department for a comprehensive periodontal treatment. The hygiene care was deferred to 2015 due to work commitment. A complete dental hygiene assessment was performed again this year as patient 's condition may have changed drastically since last appointment and thus…

DEOH 302 Reflective Essay (Formative) Student ID: 7559879 The history section of the dental hygiene assessment provides the foundation for clinical decisions. Prior to commencing care plan, information gathered from the medical history is used to determine patient 's health status, contraindications to care and necessity for medical consultation (Pickett, 2010). Recognition of oral health related implication from the medical history section will assist dental professionals in risk…

Gum disease is a threat to your oral health. Oral disease is the most widespread chronic disease, despite being highly preventable. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious diseases that result in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that hold the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost. Risk factors that increase the probability of gum disease are numerous. It depends a great deal on how well you care for your teeth and gums every day, from this point forward.…

Wisdom Teeth: Extraction Reasons And Process Overview Wisdom teeth can require removal with much warning. That is why you need to visit your dentist to find out what is happening under your gums. Here is what you need to know about why wisdom teeth should be extracted and what the process involves. Reasons for Wisdom Teeth Extraction There are several reasons why you will need to have your wisdom teeth extracted. Tooth Impaction Wisdom teeth do not always grow perfectly straight in your mouth.…