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Gingivitis-How It Affects Your Oral Health

Being a common and mild gum infection, Gingivitis leads to irritation, inflammation (swelling) and redness of the gums. As this oral health condition can be mild, you might not notice any symptoms. However, it is extremely important to take this condition seriously and ensure its prompt treatment. If not treated, gingivitis can cause periodontitis and...

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Causes of malocclusion

Malocclusion is defined as improper positioned teeth in the upper and lower jaws with inability to bite properly. Abnormal growth and development are believed to affect the bite, health of gum tissue, growth of jaw as well as appearance. Almost every person has a little bit of malocclusion of the teeth but most of the times,...

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How to live with Mouth Cancer

After a person is diagnosed with mouth cancer, the discussion with his doctor about treatment modalities and options ensues. The patient who is already disturbed with his diagnosis is more confused about the treatment. This stressful time can be tackled by adopting the following measures:   Information about mouth cancer The patient should know about...

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Dysphagia- What You Should Know

Dysphagia is characterized by a condition wherein there is difficulty in swallowing. The condition typically occurs because of neurological conditions such as stroke, dementia and depression. Patients of dysphagia have an increased probability of developing pneumonia, therefore extra support and modifications are required at the time of oral care routines. The signs and symptoms of...

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Things To Look For In A Toothpaste

Choosing toothpastes can be a real headache, especially when you don’t have your priorities set before you enter the super market to buy one for yourself. Here are some toothpaste varieties that you should know about: Toothpaste and abrasiveness There are certain toothpastes that are comparatively less abrasive than others. For example, toothpaste containing baking...

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