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Infection Antibiotic Tooth

Wednesday, November 17th, 2010

infection antibiotic tooth

These three terms are among the most visited in the dental office and one of the million dollar question. If I take an antibiotic cure tooth infection?

Infections of dental origin are caused precisely by the tooth.
When this type of infection (which can cause pain, swelling of the face or gums, increased tooth mobility, swollen glands, inability to open the mouth to more severe complications or simply by a finding without symptoms travez a dental radiography) often follows the seizure of a given antibiotic to control the process.

But after several days of taking the drug the infection and inflammation or pain have diminished or disappeared but the problem remains possible cause and therefore should be treated.

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Alternatives To Improve Smile

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

Improve SmileAre there alternatives to improve my smile?

Not all individuals are candidates for teeth whitening because it is not recommended in patients with fillings, crowns and veneers on your front teeth. Bleaching will not change the color of these materials, making them more noticeable after the treatment. In these cases, seek other options.

Veneers are small pieces of porcelain that are cemented to the front of your teeth and are used when teeth have severe stains, are broken or deformed, creating a pleasant and lasting smile. Veneers are difficult to stain, and are popular among people looking to have a perfect smile.

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Gum Disease in Women

Friday, October 8th, 2010

Gum Disease in WomenYou know that as a woman, your body has certain peculiarities that distinguish it. You also know that distinguish it. You also know that the care of your mouth are important to your health.

In some periods of his life, the woman goes through stages such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause that require some extra care in oral health. These special moments are associated with hormonal changes that affect different parts of bodies. The gum tissue is extremely sensitive to hormonal changes and may therefore encourage even situations that result in the loss of teeth.

What is Gum Disease?
Known popularly as periodontal disease or “pyorrhea”, is a chronic infection caused by bacteria in dental plaque, a sticky, clear film that sticks around teeth constantly. Periodontal disease affects the structures supporting the teeth in the mouth.

The rash begins as gingivitis is not treated, in one of every two women will become a periodontitis extending to the bone around the tooth, which is destroyed irreversibly.

At the end of the teeth is lost. The symptoms of gingivitis are redness and bleeding of the gums, brushing, or spontaneously. Sometimes these symptoms go unnoticed, especially in smokers.

Without an effective oral hygiene, including brushing and cleaning between teeth with floss or interdental brushes and regular visits to the dentist, you run the risk of gum disease. It is important to note that women’s hormonal changes can accelerate or trigger a problem of this type.

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Periodontal Treatment

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

Periodontal TreatmentWhat is the treatment?
In the initial stages of the disease, periodontal treatment usually consists of scraping, curettage and root planing. This involves removing the plaque and calculus in the pockets around the teeth, polishing and smoothing the roots. Normally, the treatment allows the gum to adhere back to the tooth or shrink enough to eliminate the pocket.

More advanced cases may require surgical treatment. The main objectives of these procedures include removing estimates of deep pockets around teeth, reduce the bags, smoothing and polishing the root surfaces and give a form appropriate to the gum for easy cleaning.

In more advanced cases where there are loose teeth, the dentist may be required to treat your bite. Additional treatments can include bite adjustments, orthodontics or placement of prostheses.

Who does periodontal treatment?
If your dentist believes that your periodontal disease needs to be treated by a specialist, you will be referred to a periodontist. With prompt treatment, proper oral hygiene and regular dental visits, the vast majority of periodontal patients can keep their teeth for a lifetime.

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About Root Canal Treatment

Saturday, July 17th, 2010

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Root canal treatment is to save the teeth, preventing its removal. This way they can continue to fulfill its functions of mastication and aesthetics.

Currently, root canal treatments are performed in one appointment. Today we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to make this possible. Traditionally, these treatments have been made in several sessions (2-4), and if it is possible to achieve adequate results in different events, most cases are likely to culminate in a single session, except for some more complicated cases, where may be needed two or more sessions.

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Endodontics, Salvation for Your Smile!

Saturday, July 10th, 2010

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If your dentist recommends treatment of ducts, is likely to shake you to the teeth. It need not be afraid because this treatment, also known as root canal not hurt as before and it may be the last hope to save a seriously infected tooth. Find out what it is and smile at endodontics to save your teeth.

When you neglect a cavity (bite) or you break a tooth, bacteria can enter the pulp (the soft center) and infect, excruciating pain and putting you in danger of losing your tooth. In such cases, it is more likely that your dentist (dentist) will ask you to give you a root canal or root canal treatment.

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Secondary Caries in a Tooth With Root Canal Treatment

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

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When doing a root canal or endodontic eliminate the vascular nervous bundle of the tooth (pulp) that lodges in the pulp chamber and canals tooth and fill it with a suitable material for this. By this we mean that we do not change the composition of the tissues of the teeth, therefore, the tooth has the same opportunity to develop a cavity on the surface like a perfectly healthy tooth.

The thing to remember is that when one moves on a tooth caries with root canal the patient tipop persive no sensitivity or discomfort since the encragada to perceive (pulp) has been eliminated.

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Tooth Filling Expired, Replace

Sunday, April 25th, 2010

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There is no perfect substitute for natural teeth healthy. Decayed teeth require treatment with a filling (fillings) or other restoration depending on the severity of caries. The filling may last many years before it has to be replaced, but the seals are exposed to constant pressure from chewing. Clenching or grinding teeth also puts tremendous force on fillings and tooth enamel. All this can make the seals are wear, chipping, crack or fall.

Over time, the edges of the filling can wear down or may loosen the seal surrounding enamel, leaving a very small space between the tooth and the filling. This condition may allow bacteria to enter and cause decay in the margins (edges) of the filling.

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Overcome Fear Of Dental Treatment with Acupuncture Therapy

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

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Maybe the dentist should study the acupuncture treatment, because the experts claim that patients who fear dental treatment can overcome their fear after receiving the acupuncture therapy.

The findings are published in journals in medicine Acupuncture involves 20 patients with an average age of 40 years, who is so afraid of dental treatment for 20 to 30 years with moderate to severe levels of fear.

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