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    Dental prophylaxis is a procedure performed to clean the teeth. It’s important to have your dog or horse prophylaxis done once yearly, some cases may require a prophylaxis more often. Having a dental performed slows the progression of gingivitis (Inflammation of the gums) and periodontal disease (bacterial infection, plaque and calculus built up, painful, gum recession, bone loss, missing or broken teeth). Inflammation of the gums leads to infection which can be painful for both animals to eat, it also causes halitosis (bad breath), and can lead to other infections, such as in the internal organs. Horses have twenty four deciduous teeth and thirty six to forty four permanent teeth. Just like dogs, horses have incisors, canines, premolars,…

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    is a lot of diseases and infections linked to bad oral care, but another concern is that not only does good oral health benefits the nutrition of the body, but it also boosts, self-esteem, and social interaction. . Having good pearly white teeth isn’t impossible and going to the dentist, eating right, getting protein, etc, can really help. Having bad breath also known as halitosis can be a reason why someone’s self-esteem might be low and can cause other serious problems if proper care isn’t…

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    Going back to the risk factors for dental caries, diabetes is known to cause Xerostomia, which is a common problem linked to diabetes in addition to other systemic diseases. Diabetes is known to affect the function of the salivary glands, limiting the secretory capability of the glands (Offenbacher, Southerland, & Taylor, 2005, p.174). Saliva is an important aid to oral health as it assists in neutralizing the acidic levels and wash away some bacteria that would otherwise adhere to the teeth’s…

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    diabetic state (REF). In relation to pain around the teeth 15 and 16, I will diagnose him with reversible pulpitis. The symptoms present are consistent with those of reversible pulpitis, as Ben feels pain upon eating something sweet which disappears as he stops eating sweet food. The number of carious lesions present means that diagnosis of enamel and dentine caries should also be made. Although, systemic conditions such as diabetes can have an impact on this, a number of other factors discussed…

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    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…

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    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…

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    TITLE OF THE STUDY: MINIMIZING CALCIUM LOSS ASSOCIATED WITH DENTAL BLEACHING Introduction The appearance of teeth plays a significant role in human personality development and is often related with a perception of health and fitness. White and bright teeth are thought to be linked with health and beauty, so everybody wishes to have them. Presently, cosmetic dentistry is a dynamic part of restorative dental practice and cosmetic procedures are increasing in demand without age and gender…

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    Do you need a dental crown or bridge? Heritage Dental Group can help. Dental crowns are a more permanent solution to dental repairs and cosmetic dental needs. They are custom-made to fit your teeth, replacing the natural surface of the tooth to give extra strength to teeth that have been weakened by extensive filling treatments, as a repair to broken and chipped teeth, and as an effective cosmetic improvement to the appearance of misshaped and discoloured teeth. Heritage Dental Group’s fully…

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    The Advantages Of Short-Term Orthodontics Over Traditional Metal Braces Traditional metal braces have been a staple in orthodontics for decades, and they aren’t going anywhere. But the short-term orthodontic treatments at Total Dental Care are an excellent alternative to traditional metal braces. You should choose our treatment options if you don’t like the idea of having easily-seen metal brackets and wires on your teeth for well over a year. Our orthodontic options are designed to be hard to…

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    Fluorine is the world's thirteenth most bounteous component and constitutes 0.08% of the Earth's outer layer. It has the most electronegativity of all components. Fluoride is broadly conveyed in the earth. In January of 1945, Grand Rapids in the United States, fluoridated the water in the community to a level of 1 ppm as a dental caries aversion measure. Nonetheless, water fluoridation remains a disputable general wellbeing measure. The article reviews the importance of Fluoride and the effects…

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