Pulpitis: one of the causes of acute toothache
Pulpitis is the inflammation of the pulp of the tooth, which is the innermost part of the tooth. Looking at the tooth from the outside we can only see the enamel with the naked eye. However, if we could dissect the tooth we would discover that immediately behind the enamel there is dentin, a particularly […]
Gingivitis: causes and remedies of inflammation in the gums
Gingivitis is nothing more than inflammation of the gums, it is a very common pathology and is mainly manifested by the redness, bleeding and swelling of the gums themselves.
Respiratory diseases: correct oral hygiene prevents them
Proper oral hygiene prevents certain systemic diseases, including cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. A correlation, that between the health of our mouth and the well-being of the whole organism, which originates in very ancient times.
Scuba diving and dental health
Those who practice scuba diving can experience an annoying toothache during this type of sport. A problem that takes the clinical name of barodontalgia, that is a toothache due to pressure changes.
Pericoronite: what it is and how to cure it
Pericoronitis can be generically defined as the acute inflammation of the gum that surrounds a tooth. In particular, pericoronitis mainly affects the third series of molars, i.e. the so-called wisdom teeth, in the phase of their eruption.
Gingival recession: when the gums retreat
The gingival recession is a pathology that involves the gums, it is commonly recognized for its effect, that of the withdrawn gums. What happens, from a clinical point of view, is a retreat of the gums from their original and natural position towards the apical margin, that is the root, of the tooth.
Eating disorders and impact on dental health
Eating disorders are pathologies characterized by an alteration of eating habits and by an excessive concern for weight and body shapes.
Pediatric dentistry: what treatments for children
When we talk about pediatric dentistry we refer to that branch of dentistry that deals with the prevention and therapy of diseases of the oral cavity in the developmental age stages.
Toothbrush and brushing: tips for proper oral hygiene
Toothbrush and brushing are fundamental and indispensable parts for correct oral hygiene. To improve the effectiveness of tooth cleaning, it is necessary to pay close attention to the type of toothbrush used and the methods of brushing.
Dental care: not neglecting them saves your life and wallet
One in ten Italians does not make adequate use of dental care. The reasons are different, but the main defendant is the high cost of treatment, in particular for implant surgery. It is the last figure Eurostat survey which places Italy among the lowest positions in the ranking, with 11.6% of the population with unmet […]
