4. What tests could be done to determine whether M.S. has osteoporosis? Which tests is recommended and why?…
Today I had the opportunity to work on my patient, Edna Ferrer. I met her today, and I am glad she is taking the time to come to the clinic for treatment. The good thing about her is that she had periodontal treatment before, and she knows her gums are not healthy now. She has lost a lot of bone structure, and in order to preserve what she has, my biggest challenge will be to make her understand how her smoking habit is contributing to the development of her periodontitis. Also, she needs to modify her bushing, and flossing technique; and add some adjuncts such as interproximal tooth brush, and a mouth rinse with chlorhexidine. Although, she is not ready to quit smoking, she was willing to decrease the numbers of cigarettes she smokes…
What will happen when the bone and gum tissue no longer have a tooth to support is that they will begin to deteriorate. When they begin to deteriorate, it will not only affect your oral health but it will also have a great influence on your appearance. The reason that your appearance will change is because the loss of bone and gum tissue will shrink your jaw. When your jaw shrinks, it will cause more wrinkles to show up on your face, which will make you look older than you really are!…
Gum disease begins at the gum line and between teeth. Daily flossing is an important part of your oral health care routine to help remove the plaque from these areas where a toothbrush doesn’t completely reach.…
Improved gum health – Gum disease can progress and destroy your gum tissue very rapidly. If left untreated, a large amount of your gum tissue can be lost in a short period of time. Gum grafting can help halt tissue and bone loss, preventing further problems and protecting exposed roots from further…
The skeletal system can suffer from a few diseases one of the most common ones is Osteoporosis another one is Osteogenesis imperfecta. Osteoporosis affects in a progressive way that deteriorates bone mass. Making the bones weaker lacking density and causing to have the deficiency on the bones protein intake this can bring about to the one who has it more vulnerable to skeletal fractures. Osteogenesis imperfecta disturbs the connective tissue or the ability of building it making the bones brittle in way more defenseless to wounds. Both this conditions are critical and need to be treated on the notion of knowing one suffers from them.…
The skeletons of two male teenagers, ages 17-20, were found in the ancient Albanian city of Butrint and are anticipated to be from between the 10th and 13th centuries. The bones were discovered by researchers from Michigan State University who took part in an international team of archaeologists that were excavating the site in Butrint .The two male skeletons seem to have lesions covering their vertebrae that are predicted to be from a disease called brucellosis This disease is typically obtained from eating unpasteurized dairy and is primarily an animal disease passed to humans from the eating of raw sheep and goat cheeses that originated from infected animals. The disease usually results in flu like symptoms such as fever, weakness, and weight loss, however it can also result in bone damage, as was the result in this case since it is the only symptom possible to see in skeletons. The damage in the bones was originally mistaken to be due to tuberculosis however upon further DNA analysis the results came back negative for tuberculosis. Scientists therefore decided to perform a test for brucellosis, which was not originally considered because it was believed to be a modern day disease. This new test proved that the true cause of the bone damage in these skeletons was indeed brucellosis. This discovery proved that brucellosis was not only a modern day disease but was actually present in ancient times as well.…
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that you can be treat on your own if it is caught early on. Gingivitis is typically caused by the buildup of bacteria and plaque which results in inflamed gums. If your gingivitis is caught too late, then it may turn into periodontal disease. Periodontal disease creates pockets between your teeth and gums. This makes it easier for your teeth to become infected. As a result, it is important to catch your gingivitis early on and take the necessary steps to reverse it. Luckily, there are a few natural dental rinses that you can use in order to do this.…
Chronic tobacco use results in bad breath, gum disease and teeth stains. This is because nicotine turns yellow when mixed with oxygen. Therefore, as the tobacco makes contact with the teeth, it leeches into tiny openings in the enamel. Smokeless tobacco products, such as chewing tobacco, is much worse for the teeth. This is because there are higher levels of nicotine. Chronic use of chewing tobacco will cause the gums to receded and increase the rate of tooth…
Doing so directly after meals can prevent the accumulation of food particles and bacteria between teeth. Flossing before bedtime will ensure that bacteria do not overtake your mouth as you sleep. Mainly though, if you floss every 24 hours or more frequently, you should be able to avoid dental decay and gum disease.…
Taking care of your gums can prevent diseases such as gingivitis, receding gums and periodontitis…
Muscular Dystrophy: any of a group of hereditary diseases marked by progressive wasting of certain "muscles." (Oxford) A general term for a group of inherited disorders which are characterized by progressive degeneration of skeletal muscles. A group of inherited progressive muscle disorders characterized by muscle weakness and eventual death of the muscle tissues. Examples include “Duchenne muscular dystrophy” and “Becker's muscular dystrophy.” (NCIt) All of the muscles may be affected. Or, only specific groups of muscles may be affected, such as those around the pelvis, shoulder, or face. Muscular dystrophy can affect adults, but the more severe forms tend to occur in early childhood. (PubMedHealth2)) Becker Muscular Dystrophy: an “X-linked”…
The easiest way to prevent gum disease is with proper dental care and at least annual dental check-ups. For seniors who may have less saliva than they did when they were younger, a medicated mouthwash may also help.…
There has been much research on OI and its patients and for cures, and not many have been actually discovered. There have been different ways to help with the pain that comes with Osteogenesis Imperfecta. Medical Bisphosphonates could be given to the patient, which help strengthen the bones,…
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is known as brittle bone disease, and is a genetic disorder in which an individual has weakened bones that may fracture in situations of minor to inexplicable trauma. OI spans from a slight degree to the more critical cases which may lead to death moments after their delivery or prior to their existence (“Learning About Osteogenesis Imperfecta,” 2012). No two people suffering from this condition share the same measure of difficulty. In fact, though there are various forms of OI (I, II, III, and IV), those who fall in the same category of OI do not always manage their disorder the same way which can either prolong or exacerbate the problem. According to the National Organization for Rare Disorders (2016), Osteogenesis…