oral biofilms
... slime layers that they have around their cells and food particles. Within the plaque they are protected, and they are also free to metabolize and produce erosive by-products which then cause tooth decay, destroying the dentin of the teeth. If the plaque is not eliminated, becoming ...
... slime layers that they have around their cells and food particles. Within the plaque they are protected, and they are also free to metabolize and produce erosive by-products which then cause tooth decay, destroying the dentin of the teeth. If the plaque is not eliminated, becoming ...
Associations of endodontic symptoms and signs with particular
... bial population. In such heterogenous flora, interactions betvvfeen microbial species may play a significant role in the growth of organisms. Furthermore these interactions may also occur between bacterial species and host (Baumgartner et aJ. 1992, Wikstrom cf aJ. 1993). Bacterial associations may b ...
... bial population. In such heterogenous flora, interactions betvvfeen microbial species may play a significant role in the growth of organisms. Furthermore these interactions may also occur between bacterial species and host (Baumgartner et aJ. 1992, Wikstrom cf aJ. 1993). Bacterial associations may b ...
old medical terms
... Old Medical Terms A collection of old medical terms that were used on many documents, including death certificates. Many entries have been submitted by LCGS members and definitions verified using: ...
... Old Medical Terms A collection of old medical terms that were used on many documents, including death certificates. Many entries have been submitted by LCGS members and definitions verified using: ...
University of Dental Medicine, Yangon Bulletin
... labial salivary gland biopsy, imaging including sialography, scintiscanning, and ultrasound are generally essential based on the history and clinical presentation of individual patient. Management of dry mouth must be initiated with ...
... labial salivary gland biopsy, imaging including sialography, scintiscanning, and ultrasound are generally essential based on the history and clinical presentation of individual patient. Management of dry mouth must be initiated with ...
Ch_14 - Health4everyone
... 3. DNA is examined to determine if certain genes that make you more likely to get certain diseases have been passed to you from your parents. 4. An antibiotic can kill bacteria and other germs. 5. Genetic engineering alters and combines the genetic material in DNA to treat a disease or modify body c ...
... 3. DNA is examined to determine if certain genes that make you more likely to get certain diseases have been passed to you from your parents. 4. An antibiotic can kill bacteria and other germs. 5. Genetic engineering alters and combines the genetic material in DNA to treat a disease or modify body c ...
Oral hygiene of a patient receiving radiation therapy in the mouth
... mouth, the inflammation caused by radiation therapy will heal faster. An oral infection may be caused by a fungal infection, which can be identified by white patches or growth on the tongue or the mucous membranes of the cheek. The treating physician may prescribe a medication to treat the infection ...
... mouth, the inflammation caused by radiation therapy will heal faster. An oral infection may be caused by a fungal infection, which can be identified by white patches or growth on the tongue or the mucous membranes of the cheek. The treating physician may prescribe a medication to treat the infection ...
The Role of Antibiotic Mouth Rinses in Oral Health Care
... dentifrices but has also been included in a chewing gum.In addition to the above ingredients, activated carbon is used as an oral malodour absorbent in several preparations35 as well as tropolone compounds36 . Furthermore, there are currently several new preparations containing enzymes claimed to fr ...
... dentifrices but has also been included in a chewing gum.In addition to the above ingredients, activated carbon is used as an oral malodour absorbent in several preparations35 as well as tropolone compounds36 . Furthermore, there are currently several new preparations containing enzymes claimed to fr ...
ECC Prevention (Community)
... “Early Childhood Caries” is… A. A cavity B. Caused by drinks with sugar C. Is only caused by a bottle D. Both A and B ...
... “Early Childhood Caries” is… A. A cavity B. Caused by drinks with sugar C. Is only caused by a bottle D. Both A and B ...
Inflammation - UK - Tree of Light Publishing
... the body’s initial response to irritation, tissue damage or infection ...
... the body’s initial response to irritation, tissue damage or infection ...
Infection Control
... Passive immunity may be acquired by injection of antibodies of a particular infection into an individual. Also, antibodies may be passed from mother to fetus in the uterus to protect the infant until his own immune system is mature enough to function. Passive immunity is a short term immunity, becau ...
... Passive immunity may be acquired by injection of antibodies of a particular infection into an individual. Also, antibodies may be passed from mother to fetus in the uterus to protect the infant until his own immune system is mature enough to function. Passive immunity is a short term immunity, becau ...
(or Rheumatic) Disease
... In 2003, the total cost of arthritis was $128 billion—nearly $81 billion in direct costs and $47 billion in indirect costs, equal to 1.2% of the 2003 U.S. gross domestic product. Arthritis is not just an old person’s disease. Nearly two-thirds of people with arthritis are younger than 65. Although a ...
... In 2003, the total cost of arthritis was $128 billion—nearly $81 billion in direct costs and $47 billion in indirect costs, equal to 1.2% of the 2003 U.S. gross domestic product. Arthritis is not just an old person’s disease. Nearly two-thirds of people with arthritis are younger than 65. Although a ...
Case Report Congenitally missing permanent lateral incisors in
... Various studies reporting the prevalence of supernumerary teeth and congenitally missing teeth have produced a range of occurrencerates. 2~s Such variation may be attributed to study design and racial differences among the groups examined. Niswander reported a 3.4% frequency of supernumerary teeth a ...
... Various studies reporting the prevalence of supernumerary teeth and congenitally missing teeth have produced a range of occurrencerates. 2~s Such variation may be attributed to study design and racial differences among the groups examined. Niswander reported a 3.4% frequency of supernumerary teeth a ...
UPDATE ON ANTIBIOTIC PROPHYLAXIS FOR DENTAL PATIENTS
... (topical antibiotics applied by the dentist) prior to a dental procedure prevents prosthetic joint infection. Given the lack of reliable evidence establishing a link between deficient oral hygiene and prosthetic joint infection, experts concur on the recommendation that patients with prosthetic join ...
... (topical antibiotics applied by the dentist) prior to a dental procedure prevents prosthetic joint infection. Given the lack of reliable evidence establishing a link between deficient oral hygiene and prosthetic joint infection, experts concur on the recommendation that patients with prosthetic join ...
MAXILLA upper jaw
... and roots of incisivi Root of 3 localized between nasal cavity and sinus maxillaris CAVE! Radices 1,2: periapical inflammatory may led to abscess of the floor of nasal cavity Radix 3: relation to a.,v., n. infraorbitalis and possible trombophebitis of cavernous sinus ...
... and roots of incisivi Root of 3 localized between nasal cavity and sinus maxillaris CAVE! Radices 1,2: periapical inflammatory may led to abscess of the floor of nasal cavity Radix 3: relation to a.,v., n. infraorbitalis and possible trombophebitis of cavernous sinus ...
02. Un-carious defects of teeth
... teeth adjacent to edentulous area) and side of the arch opposite to the dominant hand Demastication- when tooth wear is accelerated by chewing an abrasive substance between opposing teeth (both attrition and abrasion) ...
... teeth adjacent to edentulous area) and side of the arch opposite to the dominant hand Demastication- when tooth wear is accelerated by chewing an abrasive substance between opposing teeth (both attrition and abrasion) ...
Pathogenic Microbes and Community Service
... It should be noted that periodontitis is not initiated by a single bacterium but rather by certain species of subgingival gram-negative anaerobic bacteria, and the disease represents biofilm-induced destructive inflammation of the periodontal tissue (Davey and Costerton 2006; Gaffen and Hajishengall ...
... It should be noted that periodontitis is not initiated by a single bacterium but rather by certain species of subgingival gram-negative anaerobic bacteria, and the disease represents biofilm-induced destructive inflammation of the periodontal tissue (Davey and Costerton 2006; Gaffen and Hajishengall ...
Acute and chronic inflammation
... – May be produced locally by cells at the site of inflammation – may be derived from circulating inactive precursors (typically synthesized by the liver) that are activated at the site of inflammation ...
... – May be produced locally by cells at the site of inflammation – may be derived from circulating inactive precursors (typically synthesized by the liver) that are activated at the site of inflammation ...
Thyroid Disease and Hair Loss
... Redirection of energy needed for hair growth to other parts of body ...
... Redirection of energy needed for hair growth to other parts of body ...
Dry Mouth?
... Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most common cause of dry mouth. There are more than 400 medications that can contribute to mouth dryness, including antihypertensives, antidepressants, painkillers, tranquilizers, diuretics, and antihistamines. Dry mouth also can be caused by rad ...
... Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most common cause of dry mouth. There are more than 400 medications that can contribute to mouth dryness, including antihypertensives, antidepressants, painkillers, tranquilizers, diuretics, and antihistamines. Dry mouth also can be caused by rad ...
TATA Molecular Immunology
... single antigens. Infection and molecular mimicry plays a very important role in the development of atherosclerosis ...
... single antigens. Infection and molecular mimicry plays a very important role in the development of atherosclerosis ...
White Blood Cells (WBC`s) or Leukocytes
... such as histamine. 2. Release enzymes that kill some parasite so in patients with parasitic infection eosinophils number greatly increased.They release hydrolytic enzymes, reactive oxygen& larvacidal polypeptide. Mast Cells: 1. are heavily granulated wandering cells located at points of entry of mic ...
... such as histamine. 2. Release enzymes that kill some parasite so in patients with parasitic infection eosinophils number greatly increased.They release hydrolytic enzymes, reactive oxygen& larvacidal polypeptide. Mast Cells: 1. are heavily granulated wandering cells located at points of entry of mic ...
Dentifrices
... patient at home. Many claims for efficacy and safety are under review by agencies and government panels. ." These dentifrices control stain via physical methods (abrasives) and chemical mechanisms (surface active agents or bleaching/oxidizing agents). Although the public perceives these as more abra ...
... patient at home. Many claims for efficacy and safety are under review by agencies and government panels. ." These dentifrices control stain via physical methods (abrasives) and chemical mechanisms (surface active agents or bleaching/oxidizing agents). Although the public perceives these as more abra ...
Intestinal bacteria and inflammatory bowel disease
... not only the intestinal microflora but also the mucosal immune responses. Unfortunately, controlled clinical studies with probiotics in IBD are still rare. Probiotics were used to maintain clinical remission either alone or together with usual pharmacological treatment. A cocktail containing high ba ...
... not only the intestinal microflora but also the mucosal immune responses. Unfortunately, controlled clinical studies with probiotics in IBD are still rare. Probiotics were used to maintain clinical remission either alone or together with usual pharmacological treatment. A cocktail containing high ba ...