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martes, 29 de septiembre de 2020

Bruxism - A Major Cause of Gum Recession

Bruxism

The unconscious and nocturnal act of grinding or clenching the teeth is known as bruxism. This pathology is the cause of wear or fractures of the teeth or dental prostheses.

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Another consequence of bruxism is the progressive loss of the maxillary bone, generating a recession of the gums. Bruxism must be treated to avoid its serious consequences that go beyond just a dental problem.

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Fortunately, there are treatments for bruxism and for recession of the gums. We recommend visiting your trusted dentist for an evaluation and proper treatment in case you suffer from this disease.

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domingo, 27 de septiembre de 2020

What can cause tongue injuries? - Management

Oral medicine

The tongue is a mobile and unique organ, which has a very important task for the creation of the food bolus, swallowing, salivation and sense of taste.

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The tongue is susceptible to diseases and pathologies, and we must be attentive to any change in shape or color, and the appearance of a lesion that does not close or is recurrent.

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Self-examination and visits to the dentist are good ways to prevent any pathology, and thus maintain our oral and general health.

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viernes, 25 de septiembre de 2020

What is CANKER SORES? - All you need to know

Canker Sores

Canker sores are small painful lesions that can appear anywhere on the oral mucosa. They are white or yellowish in color and surrounded by a red area.

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The causes of its presence are various and can be due to: traumatic injuries, injuries caused by chemicals, allergies, decreased immune system, etc. Sometimes a cause is not found, and some more complicated cases could even cause fever and malaise.

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When a canker sore occurs and it does not disappear or they are very recurrent, it is necessary to attend a consultation for its evaluation and respective treatment.

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sábado, 19 de septiembre de 2020

Why does angular cheilitis appear?

Ludwig's Angina

Angular cheilitis is also known as perleche or angular stomatitis, it is a lesion that appears in the lip comsiura, both in children, adults and the elderly.

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It is related to other conditions such as the lack or absence of some vitamins, diabetes, xerostomia, or other diseases that compromise the immunity of the person. It is also related to it as a consequence of some drug.

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It is easy to identify the presence of angular cheilitis, because a reddish wound is observed and at times bleeding at the level of the lip corner.

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lunes, 14 de septiembre de 2020

Is it possible for babies to be born with teeth?

Natal Teeth

These types of teeth are known as natal teeth, and they are rare (1 in 2,000 to 3,000 babies), but they are always a surprise. There are also neo natal teeth but these grow during the first 30 days after birth.

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Natal and neo natal teeth can cause injuries to the baby's tongue, and to the mother when breastfeeding, so it is necessary to intervene to avoid these injuries.

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The appearance of these teeth should not cause major concern to parents, but should be evaluated by the pediatrician for their treatment.

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domingo, 6 de septiembre de 2020

How is oral health affected by diabetes?

Oral Health

Diabetes affects various organs and systems of our body, and the mouth is no exception. People with diabetes can suffer from various problems such as: dry mouth, periodontitis, bone resorption, tooth mobility.

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Diabetic people should visit the dentist to eliminate infectious sources (cavities, gum inflammation, fractured restorations) and to maintain oral hygiene.


It is important that the dentist instruct the patient on the best brushing technique and also motivate the patient to attend their hygiene checks continuously, in this way the consequences of the disease can be prevented.

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miércoles, 2 de septiembre de 2020

Diagnosis and management of oral lesions and conditions in the newborn

Pediatric Dentistry

Infants frequently present with oral lesions and conditions that may lead to anxiety among parents. The most common lesions and conditions include natal and neonatal teeth, the different oral mucosal cysts of the newborn, ankyloglossia and congenital epulis of the gingiva.

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The diagnostic features and management principles of these lesions are discussed in order for healthcare workers to provide proper care and counselling to patients and parents.

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Introduction: Healthcare workers are faced with a variety of lesions affecting the oral cavities of infants. These may vary from physiological variations linked to development, to tumours. Knowledge of these is important for accurate diagnosis to allow proper counselling and advice on treatment planning. The aim of this paper is to inform healthcare workers about the diagnosis and management of common lesions and conditions affecting the oral cavities of newborns.

Endodontics


Natal and neonatal teeth
The first deciduous tooth erupts after approximately six months. Natal teeth are teeth present at birth, while neonatal teeth erupt within the first month after birth. The majority of natal teeth form part of the primary dentition, while about 10% represent supernumerary teeth.



WFP Van Heerden & AW Van Zyl (2010) Diagnosis and management of oral lesions and conditions in the newborn, South African Family Practice, 52:6, 489-491, DOI:10.1080/20786204.2010.10874032

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jueves, 27 de agosto de 2020

Is there a relationship between headache and temporomandibular disorder?

Ranula

Headache is one of the most common ills in society, and in some cases it is associated with temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). The article that we share this time carries out a study of the relationship between headaches and TMD.

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Temporomandibular dysfunction is evidenced by sharp pain in the temporomandibular joint and the chewing muscles. These pains can increase over time if it is not treated in time.

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In conclusion, the findings from this review and the two reported cases suggest that TMD encompasses a collection of clinical entities that are often very painful and disabling, with a major contribution of headache to patient symptoms.

Endodontics


However, they are self-limiting and generally respond to conservative therapy. Basic management strategies for pain control and restoration of the range of motion can decrease the level of disability and often contribute to relief from primary headaches.



° Abouelhuda, A. M., Kim, H. S., Kim, S. Y., & Kim, Y. K. (2017). Association between headache and temporomandibular disorder. Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 43(6), 363–367. https://doi.org/10.5125/jkaoms.2017.43.6.363

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miércoles, 19 de agosto de 2020

Risk of gum disease for smokers

Periodontics

We all know the effects of tobacco on our body, none positive by the way, and the oral cavity does not escape its harmful effects. It has been shown that smoking increases the risk of periodontitis and also affects the response to periodontal therapies.

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Periodontitis is the destruction of the supporting elements of the teeth (bone and periodontal ligaments), it begins with bleeding and inflammation of the gums, and without treatment it can lead to the total loss of the tooth.

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In conclusion, the job of the dentist is not only to treat periodontal disease, but also to influence the patient to stop smoking.

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martes, 18 de agosto de 2020

Management of Angular Cheilitis in children

Angular Cheilitis

Angular Cheilitis occurs more in children and it is caused by children sensitivity against certain contact agents like toys, foods, sunlight, allergy against medicines, cosmetics, and long term antibiotic treatment.

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Disease attacking the corners of the mouth is often cause pain when patients experience dry mouth or xerostomia. This disease can also be caused by vitamin B complex deficiency, blood iron deficiency, denture sore mouth and other factors such as breathing through mouth, wetting lips with tongue, and licking the corner of the mouth with tongue.

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Angular cheilitis also called perleche or angular cheilitis is a lesion marked with fissures, cracks on corner of lip, reddish, ulceration accompanied by burning sensation, pain and dryness on the corner of the mouth. In severe cases, these cracks can bleed when opening the mouth and cause shallow ulcer or krusta.

Endodontics


Angular cheilitis can be a serious problem if it is not handled properly. This disease progression is so fast. Therefor there should be no delay in treatment if symptoms of angular cheilitis occurred and very clear. Not limited to a certain age, regardless of their sex all can be affected by this disease. Frequently in child aged 4-6 years.



° Fajriani, Fajriani. (2017). Management of Angular Cheilitis in children. Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science. 2. 1. 10.15562/jdmfs.v2i1.461.

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lunes, 17 de agosto de 2020

Riga-Fede Disease (Dentitia Praecox): Report of Two Cases with Literature Review

Riga-Fede Disease

Riga-Fede disease is a term used to describe traumatic ulceration occurring on the ventral surface of the tongue in neonates and infants. This lesion was first described by Antonio Riga in 1881 and subsequent histological studies were performed by Francesco Fede in 1890, which led to the lesion being termed as Riga-Fede disease.

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It is commonly caused by mechanical trauma from natal, neo-natal or primary lower incisors and rarely may be the initial presentation of a neurological disorder.

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Various terms have been used to describe this lesion, like Riga’s disease, Riga-Fede’s disease, sublingual ulcer, sublingual granuloma, traumatic sublingual ulceration, eosinophilic granuloma, traumatic eosinophilic ulceration of the tongue and oral mucosa, sublingual fibrogranuloma, sublingual growth in infants and traumatic atrophic glossitis.

The lesion initially presents as an ulcerated area on the ventral surface of the tongue and with repeated trauma, it may progress to an enlarged, fibrous mass giving the appearance of an ulcerative granuloma. The pain associated with this oral lesion leads to dehydration and feeding difficulties, which in turn may pose potential risks to infants due to nutritional deficiencies.

Endodontics


If the child is immunocompromised, then the potential for infection can add to the complications of the disease. In order to be termed as Riga-Fede disease, this lesion should be present in a child less than two years of age. Over the age of two years, the term oral traumatic granuloma is used.



° Mehta A, Chaudhary S, Chaitra TR and Sinha A. Riga-Fede Disease (Dentitia Praecox): Report of Two Cases with Literature Review. Austin J Dent. 2017; 4(3): 1073.

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viernes, 14 de agosto de 2020

The Importance of Dental Health During Cancer Treatment

Oral Cancer

Cancer treatments are aggressive and bring a series of complications in other parts of the body, and the oral cavity is no exception. Before starting chemotherapies or radiotherapies, it is necessary to be evaluated by the dentist, to eliminate existing infections such as cavities and periodontal disease.

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Some of the complications that can occur during chemotherapies are: dry mouth, canker sores and ulcers, spontaneous bleeding from the gums, jaw pain, etc. All complications are preventable and, if they occur, are manageable.

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jueves, 13 de agosto de 2020

What is tooth sensitivity?

Orthodontics

Exposure of dentin is the cause of tooth sensitivity, and can be caused by fractures, bruxism, cavities, maladjusted restorations, aggressive brushing, gingival recession, etc.

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Tooth sensitivity is evident when you consume a hot or cold food or drink. The pain is sharp and short-lived. There may also be pain from pressure and from chewing food.



The intervention of the dentist is important because tooth sensitivity could mean the existence of other types of pathologies. The dentist must find out what the reason for the dentin exposure is to prevent it from happening again.

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Bruxism: A medical or dental issue?

Bruxism

Bruxism is a parafunctional habit characterized by teeth grinding or clenching, usually at night. This activity generates a series of problems in the teeth, chewing muscles and jaw joint.

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Bruxism is often seen in the dental office and is listed as the “third most common form of sleep disorders after sleep talking and snoring.” This parafunctional habit (or parasomnia in medical terms) of grinding or gnashing the teeth and clenching the jaw has two different subdisorders—awake (diurnal) bruxism and sleep (nocturnal) bruxism—and is encompassed by a complex web of supposed causes and variables.

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Sleep bruxism (SB) exists in 8% to 31.4% of the population, while awake bruxism has a higher prevalence exhibited in 22.1% to 31% of the general population.

Unfortunately, both conditions have the same deleterious effects on the patient’s mouth and jaw, causing a cascade of destructive symptoms in the mouth, head, and neck. The parafunctional activities of bruxism cause hypersensitivity in teeth, headaches, painful muscles of the jaw and temporomandibular joint (TMJ), occlusal wear, and often, damage dental restorations, even dental implants.

Oral Medicine


Indeed, 13% of failed implants are attributed to bruxism, making recognition of the disorder essential before commencing implantation work.

Without question, bruxism is a constant symptom in the dental office, at least in its presenting symptoms. However, there is more to this complex and perplexing disorder than meets the eye, as any dental professional who has been in the field for more than a few years can tell you. Beyond the local effects, the syndrome is correlated with a host of other medical and lifestyle issues. This leads us to the question: Is bruxism a medical or dental issue?

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Souce: https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/oral-systemic/article/14169169/medical-problems-dental-solutions-bruxism-a-medical-or-dental-issue
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domingo, 9 de agosto de 2020

What Are The Causes Of TMJ Related Headaches?

TMJ

The articulation of the jaw with the skull base is known as TMJ, and it can suffer a series of alterations, these are known as temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD).

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The chewing muscles and the joint are affected by TMD, and it prevents various actions such as: talking, yawning, eating and even breathing. Headache is another symptom of TMD.

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Treatment for TMD may consist of medication, massage to the affected area, and use of occlusal splints. Go to your trusted dentist for an evaluation and treatment.

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domingo, 2 de agosto de 2020

Pediatric oral RANULA: Clinical cases and follow-up

Ranula

Oral ranulas are cystic lesions located on the floor of the mouth that arise from obstruction of the excretory duct of the sublingual gland. This causes an accumulation of mucoid material, leading to a well-circumscribed swelling in the oral mucosa of the floor of the mouth.

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Oral ranula is an infrequent pathology, appearing more frequently in children. A review of articles published on oral ranula between 2000 and 2009, found only 12 series, of which eight were specific to the pediatric population.

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The largest series corresponded to Chidzonga et al who analyzed 61 oral ranulas in children younger than 10 years. Some authors discuss ranulas in the general population and other authors have published isolated clinical cases.

Oral Medicine


It was therefore interesting to analyze oral ranulas in a large sample of pediatric patients of the Oral and Maxi-llofacial Surgery Department of the La Fe University Children’s Hospital, Valencia. The aim is to analyze the clinical characteristics, treatment and outcome of oral ranulas in pediatric patients.



° Bonet-Coloma C, Minguez-Martinez I, Aloy-Prósper A, Galán-Gil S, Peñarrocha-Diago M, Mínguez-Sanz JM. Pediatric oral ranula: Clinical follow-up study of 57 cases. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2011 Mar 1;16 (2):e158-62. http://www.medicinaoral.com/medoralfree01/v16i2/medoralv16i2p158.pdf

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