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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Many adults suffer from Periodontal disease, which may result in slight swelling of the gums or something more severe as grave damage to the bone and tissue, which holds on to the teeth. After the onset of Periodontal disease, dental care is essential as it will determine the progress of the condition.
What are some of the causes of Periodontal disease?
1. Smoking is one of the main causes of gum diseases. Moreover, it also reduces chances of effective treatment.
2. Hormonal ch...more
What are some of the causes of Periodontal disease?
1. Smoking is one of the main causes of gum diseases. Moreover, it also reduces chances of effective treatment.
2. Hormonal ch...more
Last Updated: 9 years ago• Featured Tip
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Loose Teeth? It might Indicate Much More Than You Know!
You know you're suffering from loose tooth if it moves when you brush or while eating. In fact, loose tooth is an indication that you may suffer from an underlying dental problem. Thus, it's vital to be aware of the problems that may cause you to suffer from tooth mobility.
Here are some of the culprits behind your loose teeth.
1. Periodontal disease - Loose teeth problem can occur if you suffer from periodontal d...more
You know you're suffering from loose tooth if it moves when you brush or while eating. In fact, loose tooth is an indication that you may suffer from an underlying dental problem. Thus, it's vital to be aware of the problems that may cause you to suffer from tooth mobility.
Here are some of the culprits behind your loose teeth.
1. Periodontal disease - Loose teeth problem can occur if you suffer from periodontal d...more
Last Updated: 10 years ago• Featured Tip
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Diabetes and Oral Health
During the past 10 years, much research has been undertaken on the link between diabetes and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is the sixth leading complication of diabetes. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you are 3 to 4 times more likely to develop periodontal disease, with a higher rate of more severe levels of bone loss and gum infection.1
What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a serious disease in which the body does not produce or properly ...more
During the past 10 years, much research has been undertaken on the link between diabetes and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is the sixth leading complication of diabetes. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you are 3 to 4 times more likely to develop periodontal disease, with a higher rate of more severe levels of bone loss and gum infection.1
What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a serious disease in which the body does not produce or properly ...more
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Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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When you are under the impression that you are experiencing frequent discomfort while eating or drinking, you are having frequent and unexplained headaches, have a throbbing effect on your gums or when your mouth has a feeling that it is tender and sore. When you experience all kf these then you should know the fact that you might be suffering from a problem associated with your tooth and this problem needs proper and immediate attention. You might be suffering from a problem...more
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Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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1. Dr. Hajira khanam
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/hyderabad/doctor/dr-hajira-khanam-ent-specialist
Md- general physician-ru- equi. Mbbs, diploma in laryngology & otology
10 years experience 500 at clinic 450 online
She is a well-known physician who practises otology. She is a skilled general surgeon who also doubles as a resident in ent surgery. She obtained her md, general physician, ru, equi-mbbs from stavropol state medical academy, russia in 2012 an...more
Https://www. Lybrate. Com/hyderabad/doctor/dr-hajira-khanam-ent-specialist
Md- general physician-ru- equi. Mbbs, diploma in laryngology & otology
10 years experience 500 at clinic 450 online
She is a well-known physician who practises otology. She is a skilled general surgeon who also doubles as a resident in ent surgery. She obtained her md, general physician, ru, equi-mbbs from stavropol state medical academy, russia in 2012 an...more
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Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Pilonidal Sinus/ Cyst is Characterized By
Small nodular swelling in the lower spinal region with occasional discharges that may stain undergarments. Sometimes mild pain may also be noticed.
It is usually seen in adults of college/ school going age & with hairy skin.
Pilonidal Sinus/ Cyst seldom heal with medicinal treatment. Any medication whether allopathic, Ayurvedic or homeopathic may show some temporary relief but do not eradicate the problem. In most of the patient...more
Small nodular swelling in the lower spinal region with occasional discharges that may stain undergarments. Sometimes mild pain may also be noticed.
It is usually seen in adults of college/ school going age & with hairy skin.
Pilonidal Sinus/ Cyst seldom heal with medicinal treatment. Any medication whether allopathic, Ayurvedic or homeopathic may show some temporary relief but do not eradicate the problem. In most of the patient...more
Last Updated: 4 years ago• Featured Tip
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Dental care that you should have taken care of by a dentist at this covid-19 time:
1- bleeding that doesn t stop
2- painful swelling in or around your mouth
3- pain in a tooth, teeth or jaw bone
4- gum infection with pain or swelling
5- after surgery treatment (dressing change, stitch removal)
6- broken or knocked out tooth
7- denture adjustment for people receiving radiation or other treatment for cancer
8- snipping or adjusting wire of braces that hu...more
1- bleeding that doesn t stop
2- painful swelling in or around your mouth
3- pain in a tooth, teeth or jaw bone
4- gum infection with pain or swelling
5- after surgery treatment (dressing change, stitch removal)
6- broken or knocked out tooth
7- denture adjustment for people receiving radiation or other treatment for cancer
8- snipping or adjusting wire of braces that hu...more
Last Updated: 5 years ago• Featured Tip
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Brush at least twice a day. The best time to brush teeth is after meals. Choose a toothbrush with a small head for better access to back teeth. Soft bristles are kinder on your gums.
Use fluoridated toothpaste. Fluoride helps to harden tooth enamel and reduces your risk of decay.
Brush thoroughly. Tooth brushing should take between two and three minutes.
Floss your teeth daily. Use a slow and gentle sawing motion.
Limit acidic drinks like soft drinks, cordials...more
Use fluoridated toothpaste. Fluoride helps to harden tooth enamel and reduces your risk of decay.
Brush thoroughly. Tooth brushing should take between two and three minutes.
Floss your teeth daily. Use a slow and gentle sawing motion.
Limit acidic drinks like soft drinks, cordials...more
Last Updated: 5 years ago• Featured Tip
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Pilonidal Sinus refers to the small channel in your skin. When the channel is filled with pus or fluid, it leads to the formation of cysts or an abscess. A pilonidal cyst usually occurs at the top of the buttock crease near the tailbone and consists of dirt, debris, and hair. When the cyst becomes infected or inflamed, it causes severe pain and discomfort.
Pilonidal sinus mostly affects men in their puberty. This condition is usually seen among people who sit for longer periods. For instance...more
Pilonidal sinus mostly affects men in their puberty. This condition is usually seen among people who sit for longer periods. For instance...more
Last Updated: 5 years ago• Featured Tip
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Tooth loss occurs due to various reasons decay and infection, fracture, accidents, gum disease, to name a few. Tooth loss has a negative impact on various aspects - facial appearance, chewing efficiency, and overall nutrition. The attempts to restore the lost tooth have led to various advancements from removable dentures to cast partial dentures to fixed dentures to implants.
Listed below are features (covering advantages and disadvantages) of both dentures (fixed and removable) and i...more
Listed below are features (covering advantages and disadvantages) of both dentures (fixed and removable) and i...more
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