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The prevention of periodontitis is straightforward for patients. The first step in prevention is to assure that the patient is brushing twice a day utilising the proper brushing technique. Patients who fear the contraction of periodontitis are not encouraged to brush too much however, as excessive brushing with poor technique can lead to other oral problems such as the reduction of the gums (gingival recession). Brushing at least twice a day help inhibit the growth of unwanted bacteria and prevents
Dentinal Hypersensitivity Stimuli Dentinal hypersensitivity is characterized by a short, sharp pain in response to stimuli. Dentinal hypersensitivity, which is more commonly seen in adults in the 20 – 40 – year old age group, has several etiological factors. Gingival recession and enamel loss both contribute to the prevalence of this condition, resulting in the exposure of dentin. Dentinal hypersensitivity is believed to occur due to the movement of fluid within the dentinal tubules occurring in
CAMBRA- CURRENT STRATEGIES ON CARIES PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT Introduction: Dental caries occurs through a complex interaction over time between acidogenic micro organisms and fermentable carbohydrate, and host factors including teeth and saliva.1 The caries process can be described as a imbalance between re and demineralization and when more minerals are lost than gained from the hard tissues over time, caries lesion occurs.2Dental caries, if allowed to progress will result in non cavitated caries
Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease involves series of infections that occur within gum tissues of the mouth and the surrounding of teeth. Some infections cause simple inflammation of the gum tissues and in some cases it causes server damage within the soft tissues and bones, and a possibility of losing teeth. Periodontal disease can be prevented if people were more educated on how to keep healthy gums and teeth. People need to also understand that the way you live your lifestyle can also have
Page 2 Dental implants are a fine solution for replacing missing teeth, but also the most expensive one. Dental implants are better because they don’t rest on your gums like removable dentures or use adjacent teeth for anchors like fixed bridges. Dental implants will be placed by your oral and maxillofacial surgeon and are surgically placed in your jawbone. Dental implants are the newest thing out to get that smile that you want when your teeth have been lost to many different types of injury or
A healthy 64-year-old male was seen at the College of Southern Nevada’s Dental Hygiene Clinic on April 13, 2016 for a health history assessment, vitals and screening. The patient stated he was “feeling good.” The major reason for his coming to the clinic is to get a cleaning. His last dental visit was in 2014, and his last doctor visit was in March of 2016. He has no health problems and no allergies. He drinks one beer a day. He stated that he has one dental implant since 2000, although, no
Amazingly, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention discovered almost 50% of adults currently have some form of gum disease. Because this problem is so prevalent, we must educate you on what gum disease is and how you can reverse or repair the damage caused by the condition. What is Gum Disease & How is it Caused? According to the American Dental Association, gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, occurs when the tissues that support and surround your teeth become infected. Many
I. A brief description of the topics I will cover supporting that postmenopausal osteoporosis leads to periodontal disease. Mention of the hypothesis, a brief outline of the paper, and ending with a thesis. II. A. “An Observational Study to Assess the Association Between Osteoporosis and Periodontal Disease,” B. “The Strength of Association Between Systemic Postmenopausal Osteoporosis and Periodontal Disease,” C. “The Relationship Between Postmenopausal Osteoporosis and Periodontal Disease,” D
Periodontitis, the most common chronic inflammatory disease known world-wide, is characterized by pathologically-excessive degradation of collagen and other connective tissue constituents and accelerated resorption of the alveolar bone in the periodontal supporting structures of the teeth including the gingiva, periodontal ligament and the alveolar bone. Nationwide, the prevalence of periodontal disease, in some form, is known to affect up to 50% of the adult population and is a substantial inflammatory
The Darkness Behind a Pretty Smile A white and pretty smile is not the same as healthy mouth. Since we are child, parents have told us about the importance of brushing our teeth after every meal, but do they name the importance of the daily floss with that frequency? As water and food are essential for our survival, Flossing is tremendously important for our health. Avoiding the use of dental floss during the childhood can bring some implications in the health after people reaches adulthood. Have
Treatments for periodontal disease are Scaling and root planning, surgical treatment and medications. These procedures are done by periodontist, dentists, or dental hygienist. Scaling and root planning is a deep cleaning to remove bacterial plaque and tartar. Scaling involves scraping tartar from above and under the gum line. Root planning helps gets rid of rough spots on the tooth roots where the germs gather together, and helps remove a bacterium that adds on to the disease. Scaling and root planning
While I was growing up, I vividly recall my mother constantly asking me to brush my teeth properly if I didn’t want to lose my teeth. I was petrified of losing my precious set of pearls, unable to eat anything, especially my favorite candy. It was an unfathomable for me to comprehend that my baby teeth would eventually be replaced by a new set of adult teeth. I was fascinated with the thought of having two sets of teeth and losing my set of milk teeth did not seem a problem anymore. I clearly remember
Control and Prevention Periodontal Disease Surveillance Project. J Periodontol 2012;83(11):1337–1342. [8] Garcia R, Henshaw M, Krall A. Relationship between periodontal disease and systemic health. Periodontology 2000, 25: 21–36 [9] AxelssonP. Periodontitis Is Preventable. Journal of Periodontology. 2.71). 10/2014; 85(10):1303-1307. DOI:
Of all the knowledge and skills that I have gained during my undergraduate studies, it is the experience I have gained as a research and dental assistant that will contribute the most to my career as a dentist. Although a strong science background is essential to succeed in dental school, my unique combination of personal motivation, social skills, perseverance, and desire to help those in need will allow me to excel in this profession. To appreciate the characteristics that set me apart from other
Periodontal disease, or periodontitis, is an “inflammation of the gums that leads to multiple dental diseases…caused by infections or by plaque that adheres to the surface of the teeth” (Blake 86). Gingivitis is an “early form of periodontal disease that involves gum swelling, bleeding, and oral pain” (Blake 86). Thus, periodontal disease typically moves from the early stage of gingivitis to more progressive stages, gradually worsening until teeth are potentially lost or separated from the gums or
middle of paper ... ... the gingiva. The tissue damage that occurs in gingivitis results in reversible destruction to the tissues of the periodontium. Some of the risk factors contributing to gingivitis include the following (American Academy of Periodontology, 2014): • Genetic predisposition • Smoking • Diabetes • Systemic diseases and conditions • Stress • Inadequate nutrition • Puberty • Hormonal fluctuations • Pregnancy • HIV infection Signs & Symptoms of Gingivitis Some of the classic signs and
The original dental hygiene diagnosis for patient number 12931 was a P4. A full mouth supplemented with bitewings were exposed to monitor and examine the extent of periodontal disease. This patient as you would expect is at a high risk for periodontal disease. While the patient’s caries risk is only considered to be moderate. Biofilm plaque score was low, but the patient could increase their flossing frequency as she admitted to rarely making the commitment. However, the patient did mention she had
Diet is the kinds of food that a person, animal or community habitually eats. How diet effect the dental health is an important progression. It is well consideration as we understand that diet plays a modifying role in both dental health and dental diseases. Dental diseases include dental caries, periodontal disease, tooth loss, oropharyngeal cancer, dental erosion etc. Symptoms of dental diseases include red or swollen gums, painful chewing, sensitivity of teeth, loose teeth and bleeding gums. Several
inclusion and exclusion criteria. Inclusion criteria Participants should be within the age of 18-55 years at the commencement of the trial. Have BPE sextant codes less than 3 (i.e. code 0, 1, or 2) in permanent teeth (The British Society of Periodontology, 2011) (refer Appendix 1). Have at least one permanent tooth with a NCCL. Have a minimum of 20 natural teeth (these can include crowns and bridges on permanent teeth). The participant should have good oral hygiene and low caries index (DT<3)