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Dental Implant Complications – Effects Of Smoking Discussed

The most common complication associated with dental implants is problem with implant integration that is failure to fuse with the bone and this often leads to implant failure. This complication becomes even worse if the person undergoing implant surgery is a smoker. Dental implants need oxygen to fuse correctly with the bone. If there is not a good blood flow to the tissues and the......
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How To Avoid Oral Cancer?

Cancer is a serious disease; many people get it and die each year. Oral cancer occurs in 37000 people a year in the USA. As long as it is discovered in an early stage, there are good chances that it can be cured. Oral cancer needs the same treatment as other forms of cancer: surgery and chemotherapy. This type of cancer can appear basically anywhere......
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Painless Teeth Repair Using Peptide Fluid

Remember those uneasy moments when you were standing in front of dentist’s office, listening to the sound of the drill and wondering why your heartbeat is so fast? Many people experience pain during dental treatments and because of that they are afraid of even thinking about going to the dentist. For this reason they tend to neglect their oral health and visit the dentist only......
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Dry Socket Symptoms And Remedies

A dry socket is a common problem and it is a dental health issue that can be fixed easily. However, if you neglect it, it can have serious consequences. If you believe you may have a dry socket, it is essential to go to your dentist right away. What Is a Dry Socket? Dry socket usually occurs after tooth extraction. Normally, after a tooth is......
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Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options for Sinusitis

The sinus cavities are located at different locations in our head region. They are present beneath the cheek bones (the maxillaries), behind forehead and eyebrows (the frontals), on the sides of nose (the ethmoid), and behind the nose and in front of the brain (sphenoid). All of these cavities are joined together and open into another opening known as nasal passage. The nasal passage is......
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Treatments For Osteonecrosis Of The Jaw (ONJ)

One of the disorders that are developing and have no real treatment is Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ). It is also known as the “jaw disease”. In some cases, when the dental procedures are not as hygienic as they should be, oral infections take place. They are much severe in osteoporosis patients that take bisphosphonates. Initially ONJ was seen in those patients who used to......
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Relation Between Pancreatic Cancer And Periodontal Disease

Dominique Michaud who is an assistant professor of epidemiology at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) said, “Our study provides the first strong evidence that periodontal disease may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. This finding is of significance as it may provide some new insights into the mechanism of this highly fatal disease.” This statement was made after HSPH and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute undertook......
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Saving The First Permanent Molar

Nature has signified the importance of first permanent molar by giving it the first rank in eruption sequence of the permanent dentition. First permanent molar erupts at the age of 6 to 7 years and hence is also known as “six year molar” With the advancing age of the child the diet pattern also starts changing as intake of hard diet increases leading to a......
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5 Top Foods Preventing Bad Breath

There are two main reasons why one can have bad breath – dental hygiene problems and gastrointestinal issues. This means that bad breath originates not just because of improper oral hygiene, but also due to problems in the digestive system. The main reason why these odors are formed is the same, i.e. bacteria. If we consult a doctor regarding our bad breath issue, he will......
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Tooth Sensitivity and Improper Dental Care

Among the most common problems in USA, tooth sensitivity is a commonly heard complaint from people. According to our study, almost one in five adults is a victim of dental problem on account of tooth sensitivity and improper dental care. When you take a hot/cold or sweet/sour food item, a sharp pain is felt in the tooth which shows that you are suffering from tooth......
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