Dental Caries Health Feed

One of the landmarks of a child's development during the first year is the eruption of the little white pearls. The first tooth breaks into the mouth, somewhere between six months to one year of life. The entire set is in place in a baby's mouth by about 20 months of life. Though called deciduous teeth as they fall off after a certain period of time, the last of the milk teeth remains in the mouth up to 12 to 14 years of age.

Listed below are some points outlining the significance of mi...more

Fluoride is a chemical naturally present in water and in some foods and is essential for healthy bone growth. A few decades ago, fluoride was discovered to have anti-cariogenic (against tooth decay) properties and slowly gained popularity. While most believe that fluoride can do wonders for your teeth and help you get rid of all problems, it is not true. There is only so much that fluoride can do and there are also undesirable effects from it.

Read on to know some myths about fluoride...more

Sudden tooth pain is usually a sign of cavities or dental caries. This is the most common form of oral disease that affects people across the world. A cavity can affect a person at any age. Caries can be categorized under two headings: pit and fissure caries and surface caries. The former usually affect the horizontal planes of the molars and the backplanes of the teeth in front. Surface caries is usually found at the joints between two teeth and the gum line.

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Hi
some of the home remedies can be used for oral hygiene and those can manage gum problems and tooth problems to some extent
1. Rinse mouth with salty leukwarm water
2. You can use aloe vera juice as mouthwash. Keep aloe vera juice in mouth for 2-3minites then spit it.
3. Mix mustard oil 2-3 drops with salt and brush your teeth with that mixture.
If excess problem is there please do consult dentist.

One of the landmarks of a child's development during the first year is the eruption of the little white pearls. The first tooth breaks into the mouth somewhere between six months to one year of life. The entire set is in place in a baby's mouth by about 20 months of life. Though called deciduous teeth as they fall off after a certain period of time, the last of the milk teeth remain in the mouth up to 12 to 14 years of age.

Listed below are some points outlining the significance of milk...more

Do you know, brushing at night is alone the most effective way of preventing caries!

Visit your dentist once a year for a checkup to keep your smile perfect.

According to survey women faces dental issues on regular basis.
Women have higher rates of decayed, filled or missing teeth due to tooth decay (dental caries)
Women on average have more missing teeth than men and are more likely to be edentulate (have few or no natural teeth)
Hormonal changes, especially during pregnancy, can lead to increased risk for various types of gum disease, and have been associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as low birth weight and preterm birth
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Bad breath is a condition that usually results from poor oral health or digestive problems. Bad breath may also cause social awkwardness and self-esteem issues. The practitioner first carries out a diagnosis to detect the symptoms and prescribes a remedy accordingly.

The various causes of bad breath are:

Irregular brushing habits
Tobacco consumption
Consuming certain foods like onion and garlic may result in a foul smell
Yeast infections in the mouth
Dry mouth ...more

Tobacco has many ill effects on the health and dental health is one of them. From dark stains to poor gum health to increased incidence of decay to the more severe oral cancer, tobacco has a very detrimental effect on your dental health. Read on know more about how harmful tobacco can be on the dental system.

Brown teeth and tongue: One of the tell-tale signs of a smoker are the brown teeth and stained tongue. A dentist need not even be told that the person smokes, it just shows!! What ...more

Kindly consult a dentist in person for further suggestion. We need more investigations with clinical examination to decide upon treatment. You may need artificial enamel filling or root canal treatment. Advance procedures can be done with laser. You may consult me in person. Dental tips: - visit a dentist every six months for cleaning and a thorough dental check-up. Limit sugary food to avoid tooth decay. Gargle your mouth thoroughly after every meal. Scrub gently to clean your tongue with a ton...more

Doctor has mentioned that the child has caries in multiple tooth. Abcde are donated as tooth number in child. You may visit a dentist for treatment of those caries.

I understand you're concerned about not receiving your dental X-ray copies. While I cannot offer specific medical advice, I can share some general information and potential next steps:

Understanding Your Rights:

Generally, in most countries, patients have the right to access their medical records, including X-rays. This right is usually protected by regulations like HIPAA in the US or GDPR in Europe.
However, there might be specific scenarios where a doctor may temporarily ...more

Kindly consult an oral & maxillofacial surgeon in person for further suggestion. We need more investigations (full mouth x-ray, tmj open & closed mouth, mri) & clinical examination to decide upon treatment. Until then have soft diet. Avoid yawning. Replace posterior teeth if they are missing. You may consult me in person.

Quit habits strictly. Kindly consult an oral & maxillo facial surgeon in person for further suggestion. We need more investigations with clinical examination to decide upon treatment. Apply kenakort ointment.

However, there are medical conditions that causes excessive salivation
physiological
pregnancy
local causes
oral inflammation- teething
infection –oral cavity infection, dental caries, tonsillitis, peritonsilar abscess
kindly consult an oral & maxillo facial surgeon in person for further suggestion. We need more investigations with clinical examination to decide upon treatment. Medicines can reduces secretions in the mouth, throat, airway, and stomach.

Aapke muh mein baar baar challe hone ke kai karan ho sakte hain. Kuchh karan hain:
mouth ulcer: mouth ulcer ek aam samasya hai jo kisi bhi umra ke kisi bhi vyakti ko ho sakti hai. Mouth ulcer ka karan bacteria ya virus ho sakta hai. Mouth ulcer ka ilaj aamतौर par gharelu upcharon se ho jata hai, lekin agar yah baar baar ho raha hai to doctor se consult karna chahie.
Lichen planus: lichen planus ek autoimmune disorder hai jo skin aur mouth mein infection ka karan ban sakta hai. Lichen pla...more

I'm very concerned about the symptoms you're experiencing, especially the combination of blurry vision, stiff neck, acidic taste, and fluid movement in your skull. These can be indicative of several serious conditions, and it's crucial that you seek immediate medical attention from a qualified healthcare professional, not just a dentist.
Here's why your symptoms are concerning:
blurry vision and stiff neck: these can be signs of meningitis, a potentially life-threatening inflammation of ...more

I understand that you're experiencing severe pain in your lower tooth, making it difficult to do anything. This sounds worrisome, and I can't diagnose the cause or offer medical advice. However, I can provide some guidance on what you can do next:
immediate relief:
contact your dentist as soon as possible: explain the severity and location of the pain. Most dentists offer emergency appointments for such situations.
Do not take any over-the-counter medication without consulting your d...more

Well then you may need injection, as tab is not giving you relief, contact with your dentist for this purpose.