Tooth & Mouth Disorders
An encyclopedia could be written on the various disorders of the mouth and teeth. Except for injuries, and fractured teeth, many of these problems can be helped by good oral hygiene, brushing and flossing.
Smoking is often implicated in mouth problems like bad breath and dry mouth, and other problems may be side effects of medications.
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- Q What types of bacteria live in the mouth?
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The human mouth contains many different types of bacteria. That's not all bad news: some bacteria in the mouth perform important functions that help keep your mouth healthy. Unfortunately, some bacteria also damage teeth. Two strains of bacteria found in... Full Answer
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- Q What are the most common oral health problems?
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The most common oral health problems are cavities and gum disease. Our mouths are constantly at risk for tooth decay (cavities.) That’s because plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, constantly forms on your teeth. When you eat or drink foods... Full Answer
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- Q What is the rate of incidence of oral health problems?
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Some 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist each year, even though regular dental examinations and good oral hygiene can prevent most dental disease. Many people believe that they need to see a dentist only if they are in pain or think something is... Full Answer
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- Q How does cavitation affect the body?
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A cavitation is a hole in the bone that can develop when a tooth is extracted improperly or a cavity is left untreated.The problem with having a cavitation, aside from the pain, is that bacteria can get inside the hole and cause infection. Full Answer
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- Q Are TMD and TMJ the same thing?
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No. TMJ refers to temporomandibular joints, the joints and jaw muscles that make it possible to open and close your mouth. The TMJ joints work together when you chew, speak or swallow and include muscles and ligaments, as well as the... Full Answer
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- Q What is gingival hyperplasia?
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Gingival hyperplasia is a condition of gum overgrowth, and it can occur as a side effect in people who take the class of drugs called the calcium channel blockers. It is also associated with the drug Epanutin used in the management of epilepsy.... Full Answer
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- Q Are lasers commonly used to help dentists fill cavities?
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A laser is a device that emits light. It is sometimes used in surgery to cut and dissolve tissue. In dentistry, lasers have a number of uses. They are most often used in tooth-whitening procedures; however, they also can be used in cavity removal and... Full Answer
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- Q What is ankyloglossia?
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When a person has Ankyloglossia it means they have limited movement of the tongue. That's because part of the tongue may be fused to the floor of the mouth. This is sometimes referred to a "tongue tied". Full Answer
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- Q What problems may come when my child has ankyloglossia?
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Shari Green, Developmental-behavioral PediatricsThe restrictive nature of tongue tie tends to open up a myriad of potential difficulties due to challenged mobility of the tongue. As an analogy, think of a wrestler "pinned to the mat" and trying to get up and fight... For example, most children age 4-6... Full Answer
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- Q What causes ageusia?
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Ageusia is another term for taste impairment or loss. It can be caused by many factors. Some of the most common include smoking and it can also be a temporary side effect of many cancer treatments, particularly those being treated for mouth and throat... Full Answer
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