Case of dentoalveolar fracture in relation to upper right anterior teeth. The 16 years old boy was hit by hockey stick leading to the fracture.Arch bar placed with wires amd the fracture fragment stabilised.With 6 weeks of stabilisation the patient

SINUS AND TOOTH ACHEYes, a sinus infection (sinusitis) or inflammation can cause a toothache — specifically in the upper rear teeth, which are close to the sinuses. In fact, pain in the upper teeth is a fairly common symptom with sinus conditions. I

How do I heal a cut on my gums?If the cut is inside your mouth:Rinse your mouth with warm salt water right after meals. Saltwater rinses may help healing. ...Eat soft foods that are easy to swallow.Avoid foods that might sting. ...Try using a to

All types of milk can cause cavities if they are inappropriately consumed. For example, cavities on the upper front teeth can develop if a baby with teeth is put to bed at night with a bottle of milk. However, plain cow's milk typically does not caus

Patients with orthodontic problems can benefit from treatment at nearly any age. An ideal time for placement of braces is between 10 and 14 years of age, while the head and mouth are still growing and teeth are more conducive to straightening.What i

Correction of protruded teeth without braces:The only way that protruding upper teeth could be fixed without braces is to use some form of restorative treatment on the lower teeth. It is sometimes possible to build up the lower teeth using dental bo

When you smile, do you feel the appearance of your upper teeth is overshadowed by excessive gum tissue? ... If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, you may have a condition that is commonly called a “gummy smile” or excessive gingival dis

Tongue thrust (also called reverse swallow or immature swallow) is the common name of an oral myofunctional disorder, a dysfunctional muscle pattern in which the tongue protrudes anteriorly or laterally during swallowing, during speech, and while the