Periodontal ligament

Teeth Teeth are by far one of the most fascinating parts of the human body. The funny thing is, unless we are actively thinking about taking care of them, or brushing them, most of us hardly ever think about our teeth. However, just because you don't think of them, does not mean they are not doing many things at once! There are actually four different kinds of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars, and molars. Each of these four types of teeth perform different (and specific) functions. For…

I was in my bedroom shuffling through folders and notebooks, preparing for the next day of school. The phone in the living room rang: once, twice, three times, peregrinating to voicemail, as I leaped out of my chair to answer it. I visually examined the caller ID, it was a call with a 961 area code, emanating from my hometown of Lebanon. I sprinted to my father with the phone in hand. My father jubilantly greeted my grandmother, “hello mama,” how are you. As she replied to him, I descried my…

3. A. Cranial nerve involvement can be broken down into two portions. The anterior 2/3 of the tongue are innervated by the Chorda Tympani branch of the Facial nerve which is carried by the lingual nerve which branches off the mandibular branch of the Trigeminal nerve. Sensory component of the anterior 2/3 is maintained by the lingual nerve. The posterior 1/3 of the tongue is innervated by the glossopharyngeal nerve which supplies both sensory and taste. B. The human tongue contains multiple…

Growing up in a country where an individual has limited awareness of the importance of oral health has pushed me towards Dentistry. The first time I went to the Dentist was for a tooth extraction and, apart from my blood-covered gums, I was impressed by the way, the dentist completed the extraction while also making me feel at ease. In order to gain an understanding of the day-to-day routine of a dentist, I shadowed an NHS practitioner and a private group dental clinic. I observed the different…

and social perception of edentulism Edentulism is a condition in which the mouth is without teeth which means that all the permanent teeth are lost. Tooth loss is an outcome of a complex interaction between disease entities as: 1. Caries 2. Periodontal disease And non-disease entities as: 1. Economy 2. Oral healthcare system 3. Access to dental services 4. Dental awareness 5. Cultural tradition 6. Education Continuing exposure to risk factors after onset of edentulism: 1. Poor oral…

sensitive to light, heat and air, which stimulate the activity of oxidative enzymes. A very important function of the vitamin C is to maintain activity in the collagen, a protein necessary for the formation of the connective tissue of the skin, ligaments and bones. Vitamin C plays an important role in the healing of wounds and burns because it facilitates the formation of connective scar tissue. The arterial wall cells need collagen to expand and contract with the heartbeat; even the…

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…

WHY IT IS IMPORTANT YOUR TEETH CLEAN WHEN YOU HAVE BRACES It is very important to keep your teeth clean, especially when you have braces. You could get Gingivitis, cavities, Halitosis and many other issues. In this paper, I will address the issues that come with bad oral hygiene and how to have and keep a healthy mouth. Plaque can build up on teeth. Plaque can get into hard to reach spaces, especially with braces since it can hide between the brackets and wires. Plaque is a sticky and colorless…

to prevent cell failure and cure lack of cells. It also helps distinguish growth of different diseases such as eczema. The invention of the microscope has also developed dentistry and cures for many gum and tooth disease such as Gingivitis and Periodontal disease. These diseases are hidden below the gum line and produce toxins rapidly, and with the help of microscopes, doctors and dentists are able to cure and examine these illnesses. In conclusion, Microscopy has a had a great impact on…

Radiology should be used in dentistry because it is needed to find hidden structures. According to the article “Dental X-Rays”, the American Dental Association makes it clear, “ … x-ray pictures can show cavities, hidden dental structures (such as wisdom teeth), and bone loss that cannot be seen during a visual examination” (par. 1). In other words, the American Dental Association implies that during a visual examination a dentist or dental assistant is not able to see hidden structures in the…