- 1. Periodontitis
- (Periodontitis)
- ... professional dental cleanings can greatly reduce your chance of developing periodontitis. Signs and symptoms of periodontitis can include: Swollen gums Bright red or purplish gums Gums that ...
- 2. Type 2 diabetes
- (Type 2 diabetes)
- ... of poor dental hygiene. Osteoporosis. Diabetes may lead to lower than normal bone mineral density, increasing your risk of osteoporosis. Alzheimer's disease. Type 2 diabetes may increase ...
- 3. Type 1 diabetes
- (Type 1 diabetes)
- ... to skin problems, including bacterial and fungal infections. Gum infections also may be a concern, especially if you have a history of poor dental hygiene. Osteoporosis. Diabetes may lead to lower ...
- 4. Truncus arteriosus
- (Truncus arteriosus)
- ... before dental procedures and other surgical procedures to prevent infections. Because the conduit does not grow with your child, one or more follow-up surgeries to replace the conduit are usually necessary ...
- 5. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- ... can lead to severe toothache, infection and tooth loss. Regular dental visits and good brushing and flossing habits go a long way toward preventing cavities and tooth decay. The signs and symptoms ...
- 6. TMJ disorders
- (TMJ disorders)
- ... the pain and discomfort associated with TMJ disorders can be alleviated with self-managed care or nonsurgical treatments. Severe TMJ disorders may need to be treated with dental or surgical interventions. ...
- 7. Von Willebrand disease
- (Von Willebrand disease)
- ... a tooth extraction or other dental procedure Blood in the stool or urine Bleeding from shaving with a razor People with von Willebrand disease may also experience: Easy bruising Bruises with ...
- 8. Braces: How Do They Work?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Dental braces are a device used in orthodontics to align teeth and correct malocclusions such as underbites, overbites, cross bite and open bites, deep bites, or crooked teeth and various other flaws of ...
- 9. How Composite Bonding Works to Repair Teeth
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... often less traumatic than bridges, crowns, implants or a tooth extraction. Types of Dental Fillings: While stronger amalgam fillings may be preferred where our back teeth are involved, dentists opt ...
- 10. Heart Disease
- (Heart Disease)
- ... condition. Poor dental health also may contribute to heart disease. Complications of heart disease include: Heart failure. One of the most common complications of heart disease is heart failure. ...
- 11. Diabetes
- (Diabetes)
- ... have a history of poor dental hygiene. Brain problems. Recent research suggests that high blood sugar levels may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease in people who have type 2 diabetes and a certain ...
- 12. Oral lichen planus
- (Oral lichen planus)
- ... of oral lichen planus: Hepatitis C infection and other types of liver disease Hepatitis B vaccine Certain types of flu vaccines Allergy-causing agents (allergens), such as foods, dental materials ...
- 13. Uterine fibroids
- (Uterine fibroids)
- ... Your doctor may discover fibroids incidentally during a pelvic exam or prenatal ultrasound. In general, uterine fibroids seldom require treatment. Medical therapy and surgical procedures can shrink or ...
- 14. Multiple myeloma
- (Multiple myeloma)
- ... the surface of your bones and help prevent bone loss. Treatment with these drugs is associated with the risk of harm to the jawbone. If you're taking these medications, avoid dental procedures without ...
- 15. Mitral valve stenosis
- (Mitral valve stenosis)
- ... To improve your quality of life if you have mitral valve stenosis, your doctor may recommend that you: See your dentist regularly. Receive regular dental care, following recommendations for ...
- 16. Movement: 8 to 12 Months
- (8-12 Months)
- ... initial days and weeks, she accidentally may get going too fast and fall when she tries to stop. As she becomes more confident, she’ll learn how to stop and change directions. Before long, she’ll be able ...
- 17. Mitral valve regurgitation
- (Mitral valve regurgitation)
- ... mitral valve regurgitation take antibiotics before certain dental or medical procedures to prevent endocarditis, but antibiotics are no longer considered necessary in most cases for someone with mitral ...
- 18. Ear infection (middle ear)
- (Ear infection (middle ear))
- ... can result in recurring infection and resistance of bacteria to antibiotic medications. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about what to do if you accidentally skip a dose. Ear tubes If your child ...
- 19. Marfan syndrome
- (Marfan syndrome)
- ... these concerns and offering solutions: contact lenses instead of glasses; a brace for scoliosis; dental work for crowded teeth; and clothes that flatter a tall, thin frame. In the long run, accurate ...
- 20. Obstructive sleep apnea
- (Obstructive sleep apnea)
- ... relieve snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Others hold your tongue in a different position. If you and your doctor decide to explore this option, you'll need to see a dentist experienced in dental ...
