Tooth Abscess: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
If you have ever suffered an abscess an infection of the mouth, face, jaw or throat — you can attest to the fact that it’s one of the most painful…
Cold Sore: Causes, Treatments, Complecation, and More
Cold sore also called fever blisters is a common viral infection. They are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on and around your lips. These blisters are often grouped together in patches. After…
Root Canal Treatment – Causes problems surgery and complication
What is root canal? Root canals are the specialised structure within the tooth in which the pulp, nerve and the blood vessels lie to give support to the tooth. No…
Oral thrush or Oral Candidiasis – fungal infection of mouth
Oral thrush or oral candidiasis is a common oral problem caused by a fungus named Candida albicans. It is a normal organism of mouth but sometimes when it gets favorable…
Dental Implant-related complications and failures
There are many patients who experience much success with endosseous (within bone) dental implants. Despite the long life of dental implants, some implant-related complications do occur, which can be grouped…
What Are Dental Implants?
What are Dental Implants? Dental implants are metal posts or frames that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they allow your dentist to mount…
How To Use Dental Floss
You’re flossing. Great. But in order for dental floss to effectively remove plaque from your teeth, you need to be sure you’re using the correct technique. Because you’ll be putting…
What Causes Bad Breath?
Bad breath happens to almost everybody, even to people who don’t care to admit it. While chronic bad breath (also known as halitosis) might have more serious causes, occasional bad…
Pericoronitis – Infection associated with Wisdom Teeth
What is pericoronitis ? Pericoronitis ( peri-‘around’,corona-‘crown’,itis-‘inflammation’),also known as operculitis is infection of soft tissue or gum around the crown of tooth or near partially erupted tooth.The soft tissue which…
Who Is An Implant Candidate?
If you’re interested in replacing a missing tooth or teeth, dental implants may be an option for you. Most people are good candidates for implants. A good candidate should have…