Tooth & Mouth Disorders

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• QHow can I correct my ageusia?

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  ADr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD answered

  <p>To correct your ageusia, talk to your doctor. Often the inability to taste flavors is caused by a dry mouth. This can sometimes be cured if you quit smoking, see a dentist, or switch medications. Your doctor can help ...Full Answer
• QHow common is aggressive periodontitis?

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  Although chronic periodontitis affects a significant percentage of the population, aggressive periodontitis is less common. Pre-pubertal periodontitis, which begins before puberty and that affects primary teeth, is extre...Full Answer

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• QAre there alternative treatments for temporomandibular disorder (TMD)?

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  <p>While the treatment options for TMD cannot be classified as alternative treatments, many depend on the person with TMD using methods that do not rely on a physician or medicine. Relaxation techniques, managing stress,...Full Answer

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• QHow do medications treat temporomandibular disorder (TMD)?

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  <p>For most people with TMD, pain is a primary symptom. Pain can be located in the jaw, face, head, neck, back, or shoulders. Pain medicines, particularly NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), aspirin, sedative...Full Answer

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• QDoes ageusia run in families?

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  ADr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD answered

  Ageusia is not a genetic disorder, so it does not run in families. However, sometimes ageusia may come with a brain disorder that is genetic. For example, Alzheimer&#39;s disease, Parkinson&#39;s disease, and multiple sc...Full Answer
• QHow common is temporomandibular disorder (TMD)?

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  <p>Temporomandibular disorders are quite common. It is estimated that more than 10 million people suffer from TMD. In fact, as many as 70 percent of people exhibit some sign of TMD during a dental visit; however, of that...Full Answer

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• QWhat do I need to know about caring for someone with ageusia?

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  <p>When caring for someone with ageusia, remember the disorder affects that person physically and emotionally. The person you are caring for with ageuisa may be frustrated or depressed by not being able to taste food. We...Full Answer
• QHow do medications treat ageusia?

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  ADr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD answered

  <p>If your ageusia is caused by an allergy or infection, a dry mouth is probably the reason for your condition. In this case, your doctor can prescribe medication to cure your allergy or infection, and your sense of tast...Full Answer
• QWhat are the most common oral health problems?

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  ADiana Meeks answered

  The most common oral health problems are cavities and gum disease.<br /> <br /> Dental cavities<br /> We are all at risk of tooth decay, or cavities. Bacteria (germs) that naturally live in our mouths use sugar in foo...Full Answer

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• QCan ageusia be prevented?

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  <p>Ageusia can be caused by a variety of factors. However, there are a few things you can do to help prevent this condition. It's important to stop smoking, wash your hands often to avoid getting sick from the common col...Full Answer