General Interest Valerie De Leon
NOT only do periodic dental examinations help detect cavities and gum disease, but they also allow early detection of oral cancer.
During dental exams, we screen for pre-cancerous changes in the oral tissues and help detect cancer at a stage when it can be more successfully treated.
DENTURE adhesive can provide additional retention for well-fitting dentures. Denture adhesives are not the solution for old, ill-fitting dentures. A poorly fitting denture, which causes constant irritation over a long period, may contribute to the development of sores. These dentures may need a reline or need to be replaced. If your dentures begin to feel loose, or cause pronounced discomfort, consult with your dentist immediately.
Dentures are very delicate and may break if dropped even a few inches. Stand over a folded towel or a basin of water when handling dentures. When you are not wearing them, store your dentures in a denture container away from children and pets.
A lot of patients share your concern about bad breath. As a social embarrassment, it’s surely near the top of the list. Since mouthwash won’t eliminate the problem, let us have a look at some possible reasons for the condition.
Bacteria, plain and simple, are the culprit. Bacteria do their work in the mouth, lungs, sinuses and stomach. In the oral cavity, it can cause gum disease. This infection is so prevalent that it is the first dental problem we suspect when it comes to halitosis. A periodontal check up is called for on your next visit. Withy a thorough hygiene program, there is a chance to control gum problems and this particularly awkward side effect.
A Tiny new intraoral camera allows patients to see the insides of their mouth by projecting the image on a TV monitor. For many patients, this is the first time they’ve had a clear view inside their mouth. And what they’re seeing is not always a pretty picture. Many patients are shocked by their oral condition.
No. Dental offices use various methods to sterilize and disinfect. All dental instruments are cleaned and then sterilized after each patient’s visit by methods that kill the AIDS virus and other microscopic organisms capable of causing the disease.
Common acceptable sterilization methods include an autoclave that uses steam under pressure, dry heat in an oven like environment and chemical vapor sterilization.
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