Periodontitis

Don 't let the cute red visor on this even cuter weenie dog fool you! He is a crazed predator, seeking and devouring every toy animal in sight. Not only does he maim and rip to shreds their outer body, but digs deep into the innards to the ultimate goal; the plastic squeaky heart. Yes, I say the intentional goal is to reach this piece of plastic and forever silence its shrill voice. Then, and only then, is the kill final. If you value your own life, you must keep your distance while the kill is…

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…

Did you know that maintaining dental hygiene can avoid bad breath, to also avoid pain, and to keep a person's teeth looking good? The career of a dental hygienist is a great career, because it teaches how to care for oral health and it has a big impact on people because it helps keeping a clean and healthy mouth.One might decide to become a dental hygienist when going to a dental office about their teeth needing to be clean the dentist could show things they have to do everyday in the workplace.…

Oral surgery is often viewed as an unpleasant part of dentistry. However, our friendly, talented team will work hard to make sure you have a great experience at our office. We offer a variety of surgical services in order to provide you with the care you need. Below are some of the oral surgery options we offer, as well as some information on how we can make you comfortable during the procedure. Tooth Extractions If you need to have a tooth removed due to disease or injury, we can help. We…

Problems with the teeth and gums can be very complex and require a dental specialist be called in. For many, a dental surgeon must be contacted to resolve the issue, as oral surgeons in Houston are facial surgeons who have orthopedic training and can deal with dental issues. They may also be called on to handle various other tasks, such as diagnosing and treating an injury or repairing a functional defect of the hard and soft tissues of the mouth. Endodontist Many patients need a root canal…

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,…

The job of a dental radiographer is not only to provide patient protection and position, expose, and process dental x-ray image receptors. The dental radiographer should also be able to provide patient education – to be able to explain the value and uses of dental images. So, in this situation when the patient is concerned with the amount of radiographs needed, the dental radiographer can clarify the importance of taking the radiographs and the reasons for taking so many. For example, having…

If a tooth becomes too damaged or decayed for fillings or other restoration methods to work, it might require a crown. This is a covering that goes over the entire tooth and used to stabilize the structure of the tooth while also preventing further damage. While Digital Dental Group in Dayton, OH, and other dental offices use to complete this procedure over two or more appointments, new technologies now allow them the possibility of offering patients same day crowns. In the past when patients…