Oral hygiene

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…

fluid filled tissue adjacent to the bone, which is then gradually eroded. An association between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has been considered since the early 1820s. The early treatment was tooth extraction to eradicate any source of oral infection (156). Epidemiological studies suggest that the prevalence of RA and periodontitis may be similar and about 5% of the population are aged 50 years or…

During our second session, we reviewed his five-day food diary. I noticed that during the day Justin likes to drink several sodas throughout the day and overall he does not eat many different areas of the food groups as discussed in the first session. Since some days my patient works long hours at work, he says that he usually finds quick things to eat and grabs a soda to drink and calls it a night. He also stated that he knows that he doesn't eat properly, but most of the time he cannot…

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Tips to Overcome Your Dental Anxiety The dentist is a place where most people experience anxiety. Using the following techniques will help to reduce anxiety regarding the dentist. Going to the dentist can be a very daunting task for most people. They experience anxiety that causes them to avoid going for long periods of time, and usually that only makes the anxiety worse for when it does come time to go. The following are some techniques that will help to reduce the anxiety felt when going to…

If you have had a tooth extracted from your mouth, and you have a gap where the missing tooth was located, one way you can fill in that gap is with a dental bridge. There are three primary types of dental bridges that your dentist may use to fill in that gap. The type of dental bridge that your dentist uses depends upon your unique situation. Here is a brief rundown of the three primary types of dental bridge options that your dentist may discuss with you. Traditional Bridge The type of…

brackets and bands, in the form of white spot lesions, is a negative treatment sequelae seen in more than 50% of orthodontic patients.1 Streptococcus mutans is prime bacteria commonly associated with enamel demineralization followed by lactobacilli in the oral cavity.2,3 Orthodontic cements such as glass ionomer cements (GICs), zinc phosphate cements (ZPC) are…

There's are few worse feelings than watching your child suffer with a nasty cold. Grown-ups know there's no quick cure for the common cold, it takes rest and patience. But those aren't most kids' strong suits, so what can you do as a parent to help them feel better as quickly as possible? Here are X ways to treat your child's cold symptoms while they recover. Push Those Fluids It's always important to keep kids hydrated, and when a cold strikes, fluids help thin out mucus in the nose and throat…

Having a beard is just normal. However, a beard needs to be maintained so that the face will appear good and neat. One of the things that should be acquired when maintaining a beard is a conditioner. The best beard conditioner will help so that the beard will be maintained in good shape. So, what are among the best beard conditioners out there if you’re want to be impressed? They are the following. Intensive Beard Repair Cream by Bluebeards Bluebeards-Original-Wonder-Beard-Intensive-RepairThis…

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 oral health. You might think that nail biting only creates unflattering nails, but in reality, it causes a lot of damage to your teeth and gums. Here are just a few reasons why the general dentistry office suggests curbing this bad habit:…