is a disease that has many names‚ for example‚ dental caries and a cavity. Childhood Caries is a disease in ones mouth caused from missing or cavity food. It usually occurs in the primary teeth of school-aged children due to the excess consumption of sugary foods and bacteria from the mouth. On a biological level‚ it is mainly caused from a particular bacteria “streptococcus” on tooth enamel. Dental caries is most prevalent in South East African and Asian communities. 2. Periodontal Disease Periodontal
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application in Periodontics H. Esther Nalini1‚ Punithavathy. R2 Abstract: Success in periodontal therapy is highly dependent upon the ability and willingness of the patient to maintain a good oral hygiene. There is a great need to increase the patient’s adherence to oral hygiene instructions‚ which requires changes in the patient’s behavior particularly to improve the long-term treatment success in periodontal patients. Improving patients adherence to instructions require changes in patients behavior
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(17). It decreases inflammation‚ bleeding‚ and edema of the gingiva. It is a strong antibacterial in periodontal pockets where normal cleansing is challenging‚ and its antifungal properties help considerably in the difficulty of denture stomatitis (18) .also Aloe Vera is a possible anti-bacterial factor which is mentioned to be useful in fighting the microorganism and controlling periodontal disease (19). Vijayalakshmi .et al (2012). Demonstrated the in the Vitro inhibitory efficacy of Aloe Vera on
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The bacteria cause inflammation of the gums that is called "gingivitis." In gingivitis‚ the gums become red‚ swollen and can bleed easily. Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that can usually be reversed with daily brushing and flossing‚ and regular cleaning by a dentist or dental hygienist. This form of gum disease does not include any loss of bone and tissue that hold teeth in place. [pic]Back to top Periodontitis When gingivitis is not treated‚ it can advance to "periodontitis"
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defined as “an inflammatory disease of the supporting tissue of the teeth caused by specific microorganisms‚ resulting in progressive destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth.”1 It is most prevalent in elderly patients with the presence of causative factors such as calculus‚ plaques‚ associated systemic conditions‚ smoking and overhanging restorations.2 Clinically‚ chronic periodontitis is often associated with a decrease in bone level‚ decrease in periodontal attachment level and loss
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While both laser therapy and scaling and root planing are both effective treatment methods for periodontal disease‚ scaling and root planing is used as a traditional method also called a deep cleaning while laser therapy is used as a relatively new alternative therapy. Both methods are usually used for patients who have periodontal disease with gingival pocket depths over 4mm. Though scaling and root planing has been the conventional treatment in the past‚ since 2008 laser therapy has doubled in
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mineral substance. • Pulp: The softer‚ living inner structure of teeth. Blood vessels and nerves run through the pulp of the teeth. • Cementum: A layer of connective tissue that binds the roots of the teeth firmly to the gums and jawbone. • Periodontal ligament: Tissue that helps hold the teeth tightly against the jaw. • Crown : Exposed part of tooth • Root : Part embedded in jaw • Jaw Bone : Sockets for teeth • Gum : Protects jaw bones and roots of teeth [pic] Dental formula
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complications and implant loss can occur. Peri-implantitis is a bone destructive process affecting the tissues surrounding dental implants(Mombelli 2002). Pathogens found in peri-implantits around affected implant were similar to pathogen found in periodontal disease.(Cortes et al. 2012) Many factors can affect the success of dental implants. systemic health‚ oral hygiene ‚ remained pathogens and habits can all play a crucial role in the success of dental implants as a restorative to the missed tooth. Patient
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inflamed due to all kinds of bacteria in the plaque surrounding the teeth. The first stages of this disease are reversible and are actually stages of gingivitis. The inflammation that occurs can be reversed by extra attention to (the) oral health‚ brushing teeth and interdental hygiene. However‚ when this does not get any attention at an early stage of the disease‚ gingivitis may turn into the much worse disease periodontitis. The gums are invaded by bacteria and the alveolar bone also gets attacked. This
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may lead to sickness and may also affect other parts of the body. It can also cause tumors or cysts to develop around the infected teeth which can lead to complications. Wisdom teeth should be extracted once you acquire signs of infection or periodontal disease‚ deep cavities‚ cysts or tumors‚ and damage to neighboring teeth. However‚ not all require removal. Wisdom teeth that are fully erupted need regular check-up and cleaning to monitor it for changes and adjustments. Dental Surgery Once your dentist
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