Herpetic Ggingivostomatitis Acute Herpetic Gingivostomatitis is the viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus. It occurs in infants and children younger than 6 years of age but is also seen in adults. Primary infection with herpes simplex virus in the oral cavity results in a condition known as acute herpetic gingivostomatitis, which is an oral infection that is … [Read more...] about Herpetic Ggingivostomatitis Symptoms and Treatment
Pericoronitis Symptoms and Treatment
Pericoronitis Symptoms and Treatment The term pericoronitis refers to inflammation of gingiva in relation to crown of an incompletely erupted tooth. Pericoronitis occurs more frequently in mandibular third molar area. Pericoronitis Clinical Features The partially erupted or impacted mandibular third molar is the most common site for pericoronitis. The resultant … [Read more...] about Pericoronitis Symptoms and Treatment
Periodontal Dressings
Periodontal Dressings In most cases after the surgical periodontal procedures are completed the area is covered with a surgical pack which is known as periodontal pack or periodontal dressing. The dressing has no curative properties, they assist the healing by protecting the tissue rather than providing healing factors. Advantages of Periodontal Dressings … [Read more...] about Periodontal Dressings
Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication
Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication Scaling and root planning Use of chemotherapeutic agents Laser therapy Hyperbaric oxygen therapy Photodynamic therapy Scaling and Root Planing Primary objective of scaling and root planning is to regain gingival health by completely removing elements that are responsible for the gingival … [Read more...] about Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication
Trauma from Occlusion: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Symptoms of Trauma from Occlusion Thermal sensitivity: Trauma from occlusion leads to pressure on venous return which causes venous hyperplasia and increase blood pressure in pulp and pain. When teeth are pushed together scratching or squeaky sound is heared. Habits: Occlusal prematurities can lead to the habit pattrn which is injurious to periodontium. Due to tension, … [Read more...] about Trauma from Occlusion: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment