Toothache may be defined as ache or pain around the teeth or jaw. The
pain under common circumstances springs from dental or jaw problems. A
careful oral examination by means of dental x-rays can pinpoint the root
of the pain. It is worth mentioning that dental problems alone do not
cause toothache. Toothache may also be an indication of some serious
ailment of heart such as angina or a dearth of supply of oxygenated
blood to heart muscles owing to narrowing down of arteries.
Toothache may also be an associated symptom for infections of inner and
external ear, sinuses. The common signs of tooth ache include
inflammation of gum, pain while chewing, sensitivity to hot and cold
stimuli, bleeding gums or some discharge from the base of the teeth,
swelling of jaw, redness along the tooth's gum line.
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Cosmetic Dentistry Could Make You Beautiful
Cosmetic dentistry is very popular right now because people are starting to realize that a cosmetic dentist isn't anything you should be afraid of. A cosmetic dentistry can actually help you feel better about yourself in a variety of ways. Because a lot of who we are is how we feel about ourselves, we can't afford to have a smile that we aren't comfortable with. Your smile is the easiest way to show people what a warm person you are, but when you aren't feeling good about your smile it's hard to let that warm side show through the way you want to. A cosmetic can easily turn your aging or unattractive smile into something beautiful.
A cosmetic dentist is still a dentist; it's just a dentist who has special training in more than the general removal of cavities, braces, and the like. A cosmetic dentist is someone who has been given training to help you feel better about your smile, while keeping the integrity of your teeth in tact. A cosmetic can perform very simple acts such as teeth whitening to make you feel better about your smile, or something more complicated such as porcelain veneers or tooth shaping. A cosmetic dentist can work with you to formulate a plan that will give you what you are looking for, while still keeping your teeth and your gums healthy.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Early Treatment Of Baby's Dental Caries
It is difficult to believe, but a fact, that thousands of babies develop dental caries in any given year. If untreated, this early
childhood caries can develop into a more serious problem. It is
absolutely important that proper dental hygiene practices are
established early on to avoid dental problems.
When the baby is above three months of age and under eight months, the first tooth usually appears. And as the other teeth start coming out, the most routinely affected are the four upper teeth. The lower rows of teeth and the back teeth are offered protection, to a great extent, by the tongue.
Dental caries in babies can be spotted by white spots or stains on the teeth. As soon as you see these spots, take your baby to a dentist so that it can be attended to before it becomes worse. There is a common misconception amongst parents, that dental treatment is not necessary for baby teeth as they will anyway fall out. That would be the worst decision you can take.
When the baby is above three months of age and under eight months, the first tooth usually appears. And as the other teeth start coming out, the most routinely affected are the four upper teeth. The lower rows of teeth and the back teeth are offered protection, to a great extent, by the tongue.
Dental caries in babies can be spotted by white spots or stains on the teeth. As soon as you see these spots, take your baby to a dentist so that it can be attended to before it becomes worse. There is a common misconception amongst parents, that dental treatment is not necessary for baby teeth as they will anyway fall out. That would be the worst decision you can take.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (Temporomandibular Disorders)
Temporomandibular disorder(s) (TMD), or temporomandibular joint syndrome, is the most common cause of facial pain after toothache. In the past, many physicians called this condition TMJ disease or TMJ syndrome. TMD was previously known under the eponymous title of Costen syndrome, after Dr. James Costen, who elucidated many aspects of the syndrome as it relates to dental malocclusion. Today, a much more comprehensive view of this condition exists, and the term temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is the preferred term according to the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP) and most other groups who sponsor studies into its origins and treatment.
Interestingly, the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) puts TMJ and TMD together and refers to them as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD). However, the term TMD is preferred and used in this article.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
How to have a beautiful smile without pain?
Many people want to be beautiful and look pleasant. To achieve this pleasant look, many focus on their smiles. The best part of a beautiful smile is beautiful teeth. Beautiful teeth start by being healthy. To keep teeth healthy, one should pay attention to overall oral health.
Where would one go for assistance with oral health problems or to obtain oral health? To the dentist, of course. But some people are afraid to do so. They have variety of reasons why. Some are rational but slightly fearful, while others have high anxiety and some have dental phobia.
People can take care of their oral health themselves, but it's very important to have expert guidance in doing so. People should not let their fear get in the way of having good oral health. A skilled sedation dentist can help patients who are afraid of the pain from dental procedures. With this, pain is no longer an accompaniment of dental procedures.
Where would one go for assistance with oral health problems or to obtain oral health? To the dentist, of course. But some people are afraid to do so. They have variety of reasons why. Some are rational but slightly fearful, while others have high anxiety and some have dental phobia.
Monday, November 7, 2011
How To Whiten Your Teeth At Home?
Beautiful smile – is, first of all, healthy, white teeth. Modern successful person must have beautiful white teeth – it is an axiom!Tooth whitening – a procedure that is often used as smokers and coffee lovers, as habits lead to yellowing of the teeth. The color of the enamel and also affects the quality of daily cleaning of teeth, many of us do it hastily, and as a result of not fully cleaned enamel also becomes yellow. Dentists recommend brushing for at least three minutes. After cleaning the surface quality should not be flying food (most often it remains at the bottom of the teeth, gums near), which leads to the appearance of stone and yellow enamel.
Contrary to popular belief, white teeth – not a sign of increased calcium content and oral health, and genetic predisposition. Achieve whiteness of teeth can also be regularly using whitening toothpaste. It is interesting to learn that the most robust and rich in calcium enamel, in fact, has a yellowish tint.
Contrary to popular belief, white teeth – not a sign of increased calcium content and oral health, and genetic predisposition. Achieve whiteness of teeth can also be regularly using whitening toothpaste. It is interesting to learn that the most robust and rich in calcium enamel, in fact, has a yellowish tint.
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flossing teeth,
whitening
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Dental Management of the Organ Transplant Patients
Every year, more than 28,000 transplantation procedures are performed in the United States to replace solid organs, including the heart, intestine, kidney, liver, lung, and pancreas. Patients with conditions including end-stage renal disease, severe diabetes, advanced heart disease, and liver disease may undergo transplant procedures. Because advances in medical techniques and drug therapy have extended lives of organ transplant recipients, you may treat some of these patients in your practice.
Organ transplant patients need specialized dental care. The compromised health and immune system of patients place them at increased risk for systemic as well as oral infections. This fact must be considered when planning dental treatment before and after transplantation and requires consultation with your patient’s physician.
Organ transplant patients need specialized dental care. The compromised health and immune system of patients place them at increased risk for systemic as well as oral infections. This fact must be considered when planning dental treatment before and after transplantation and requires consultation with your patient’s physician.
Labels:
dental care,
organ transplantation
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