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Abscess –A Brief Introduction  We all love to be happy and healthy all the time. Sometimes we get hold of diseases due to our carelessness. But at other times diseases get hold of us even when we are extremely careful. The abscess is one such infectious disease.  What Is The Abscess?  The abscess is a collection of pus in the tissues of the body as a response to an infection. It can affect any organ including the brain. It can also occur in any part of the body.  Dental Or Tooth Abscess Types Of Abscess Types and locations of abscesses include: • Abdominal abscess • Amebic liver abscess • Anorectal abscess • Bartholin abscess • Brain abscess • Epidural abscess • Peritonsillar abscess • Pyogenic liver abscess • Skin abscess • Spinal cord abscess • Subcutaneous abscess • Tooth abscess Causes Of Abscess  The most common cause for the abscess is the bacterial infection. Abscesses are triggered when there is an obstr...

What Is A Gingival Recession?  Gingival recession or gum recession is a condition in which the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth starts wearing away or starts pulling back. It exposes more tooth or the tooth’s root. In this condition, gaps are formed between the teeth and the gum line which makes it easy for the bacteria to build up. This condition can lead to the complete damage of the bone structure causing severe tooth loss.  This issue is usually diagnosed and treated by a periodontal disease expert or a dentist. Physical examinations are carried out to understand the issue. A probe is used to measure the size of the gum pockets and check whether the pockets are big enough for the bacteria to form.  Gingival Recession What Are The Reasons For Gum Recession?  These are the few of the reasons why gums may recede: Periodontal Disease: This disease is one of the main reasons for gum recessions. This bacterial infection destroys the gum and th...

Introduction To Dental Abscess  Abscessed Tooth can be defined as a pocket of pus that forms around the root of an infected tooth. The abscess is a combination of pus which is a liquid produced in the infected tissue, consisting of bacteria, dead white blood cells, tissue debris and serum. An abscessed tooth is an infection around a tooth that has been spread surrounding the root.  A dental abscess occurs when proper oral hygiene is neglected and when bacteria are allowed to accumulate inside the tooth. According to a survey report, the number of people who have been affected and hospitalized because of dental abscesses has increased by over 40% in the period between 2000 and 2008.  Dental Abscess Causes Of Dental Abscess  A dental abscess can be formed inside a tooth, gum area or the bone surrounding the tooth. There are two types of abscess developed in the mouth. One is a tooth abscess also known as periapical abscess which is caused due to infec...

When it comes to the health and care of our children we all want nothing but the best as we understand the importance of good health at this age. Hence, it is essential to understand the dental need of your infant and children as well. For practicing good oral hygiene for your children, there is no better time than now. The baby teeth only stay in your mouth for a limited amount of time, but it's equally critical to take care of these teeth as it is for adult teeth. Baby teeth have their own set of importance. They help your infant in chewing, biting and even speaking clearly. Dentistry has specific options available for the dental care of your child. However, there are also a few treatments for the adults that can be received by the children. Dental Treatment When to make the first dental visit? You can start providing your child with good oral hygiene as early as infancy. It doesn't matter if your baby is in the nursing stage or the bottle feeding stage, starting ...

Teeth whitening is either bringing back the teeth to the natural shade or going beyond the natural color tone. Such process of whitening is possible by removing stains on the teeth. Stains can be formed by beverages you have, intake of tobacco or by the formation of calculus or tartar on the teeth. Teeth whitening, restoration of the original tooth shade can be done only by professional dentists or by following oral hygiene methods at home. Teeth turn yellow by two ways – inner part of teeth called dentin turns yellowish due to aging, and outer portion turns yellow due to staining. Causes Of Tooth Discoloration Over time your teeth may lose its natural color for several reasons: Food and drink – Red wine, coffee, and tea are some significant drinks which cause stains on the teeth                                                       ...

What is preventive dentistry? Dentistry is a broad field. The branch of dentistry that deals with oral care and hygiene to protect the teeth and mouth from disease is preventive dentistry. Preventive dentistry deals with the practice of keeping the mouth healthy and makes the teeth stronger. It ensures the longevity of natural teeth. What are the different kinds of dental problems that occur due to neglecting oral care and hygiene? How is preventive dentistry related to it? They are many different types of dental problems caused by neglecting oral hygiene, the most common being tooth decay. Tooth decay can be a cause of a severe toothache. Apart from that gingivitis, periodontitis, bad breath, losing tooth too early, wearing down of tooth enamel, discoloration of the tooth are the most common problems. Preventive dentistry helps prevent these issues.   Dentistry What are the secondary problems caused by poor oral hygiene? Some other serious diseases like cancer, h...