35th International Conference on Dental and Oral Health

Tooth sensitivity comes and goes with time; it is caused because of the exposure of nerves on root areas. The crowns of the teeth are protected by enamel, so sensitivity is not observed on the teeth. Sensitivity is observed at the root area or the gums. The root area is protected by cementum, when the cementum wears away the nerves are exposed which causes sensitivity. Causes of tooth sensitivity 1.       Overzealous teeth brushing By brushing our teeth continuously problem arises to our teeth that is the tooth structure will be changed, and gum tissues are damaged so the teeth losses its tight grip and opens the door for infections and diseases 2.     An acidic diet Foods having PH value less than 4.6 are considered to be acidic food. So foods containing sugar, dairy products, juices are to be avoided so maintain healthy teeth 3.     Bulimia Eating large amounts of food in short time and vomiting is bulimia . T...

Dental Health, Heart Diseases and   Stroke: The health of your mouth may affect your overall health of your body. Inproper oral health may influence your body’s response to heart disease and stroke. Healthy gums help protect your body from the bacteria (germs) on your teeth and in your mouth that can cause an infection. If germs stay on your teeth for too long, layers of plaque and tartar (hardened plaque) develop. This buildup leads to early gum disease, called gingivitis. Redness, swollen, tender or bleeding gums are symtomes of an early gum infection. Unless the infection is treated the inflammation continues. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to an infection or a foreign object in side our body. Experts think that as inflamed blood vessels swell less blood may flow to the heart and the rest of the body, raising blood pressure. Bacteria may enter the bloodstream through the gums and become part of fatty plaques (a buildup of fat, cholesterol, calci...