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Tobacco Connection In the next hour, 50 people will die because of tobacco. Tobacco is a risk factor for some 25 diseases, and while its effects on health are well known, the scale of its impact on global disease may not be fully appreciated. Tobacco as a risk factor is expected to make a greater claim on health than any single disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports the worldwide death toll from tobacco use is 4 million annually. This is far greater than the number of fatalities from all illegal drugs and alcohol combined. The death toll is expected to rise to 10 million per year by the 2020's or early 2030's, with 7 million deaths occurring in developing countries. The WHO estimates that there are approximately 1.1 billion regular smokers in the world, which is one-third of the global population aged 15 years and older. Worldwide, 47 percent of men and 12 percent of women smoke a total of 6 trillion cigarettes a year. In the U.S., 600 billion cigarettes ...

Some complications associated with gum disease include: Tooth loss Rheumatoid arthritis Premature, low birth weight babies Tooth loss Coronary artery diseasePoorly controlled diabetes Respiratory problems Asthma Some research suggests that the bacteria responsible for periodontitis can enter your bloodstream through your gum tissue, affecting your lungs, heart and other parts of your body. For instance, bacteria may travel to the arteries in your heart, where they might trigger a cycle of inflammation and arterial narrowing that contributes to heart attacks.

Signs and symptoms of periodontitis can include: Swollen gums Gums that pull away from your teeth (recede), making your teeth look longer than normal New spaces developing between your teeth Pus between your teeth and gums Bright red or purplish gums Gums that feel tender when touched Bad breath Bad taste in your mouth Loose teeth A change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite

Periodontitis  is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports your teeth. Periodontitis can cause tooth loss or worse, an increased risk of heart attack or stroke and other serious health problems. Periodontitis is common but largely preventable. Periodontitis is usually the result of poor oral hygiene. Brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups can greatly reduce your chance of developing periodontitis.

Gingivitis is a chronic inflammation of the gum tissue (gingiva). Typically associated with poor oral hygiene, gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease (also called periodontal disease and periodontitis). If gingivitis is diagnosed early by your dentist or periodontist, it can be treated and possibly even reversed. If left untreated, gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, a more serious oral health issue that is not reversible (without surgery) and can include bone and tooth loss. Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss among adults. In recent studies it has also been linked to heart attacks, strokes and diabetes. Symptoms of Gingivitis Many people are not even aware that they have gingivitis, because it is usually not painful. The most common signs and symptoms of gingivitis are red, swollen and puffy gums that bleed easily. Your dentist can evaluate the condition of your gums at your routine checkups. Additional gingivitis symptoms include: Mo...

OverviewBirth-acquired herpes is a herpes virus infectionthat an infant gets (acquires) at the time of birth.Newborn infants can become infected with herpesvirus:-- In the uterus (intrauterine herpes -- this is veryrare) 1 Overview-- Passing through the birth canal (birth-acquiredherpes, the most common method of infection)-- Right after birth (postpartum) from kissing orhaving other contact with someone who hasherpes mouth sores 2 OverviewIf the mother has an active genital herpes infectionat the time of delivery, the baby is more likely tobecome infected during birth. Some mothers maynot be aware they have internal (inside the vagina)herpes sores.Some people have had herpes infections in thepast, but were not aware of it. These people, notknowing that they have herpes, may pass it to theirbaby. 3 OverviewHerpes type 2 (genital herpes) is the most commoncause of herpes infection in newborn babies, butherpes type 1 (oral herpes) can also occur.Medline Plus - National Institut...

Mouth ulcers are sores that appear in the mouth, often on the inside of the cheeks. Mouth ulcers, also known as apthous ulcers, can be painful when eating, drinking or brushing teeth. Occasional mouth ulcers are usually harmless and clear up on their own. Seek medical advice if they last longer than 3 weeks or keep coming back. Mouth ulcers cannot be caught from someone else. Up to 1 in 5 people get recurrent mouth ulcers. Canker sores (also called aphthous ulcers). Types of mouth ulcer The main types of mouth ulcer are: Minor ulcers. These are around 2-8mm in diameter and usually clear up in 10 days to 2 weeks. Major ulcers. These are bigger and deeper, often with a raised or irregular border. This type of ulcer can take several weeks to heal and may leave a scar in the mouth. Herpetiform ulcers: This type of ulcer is a cluster of dozens of smaller sores the size of pinheads. What causes mouth ulcers? The exact cause of most mouth ulcers is unknown. Stress or tissue injury is ...

 DESQUAMATIVE GINGIVITIS Chronic desquamative gingivitis was first recognized and reported in 1894. In 1932, Prinz described it as a peculiar condition characterized by intense erythema, desquamation and ulceration of the free and attached gingiva. Patients may be asymptomatic,however when symptomatic, their complaints range from a mild sensation to an intense pain. Etiology is unknown. 50% of desquamative gingivitis cases are localized to gingiva, although involvement of intraoral and extra oral sites is not uncommon. Diagnosed in women in the fourth to fifth decades of life (may occur as early as puberty or as late as seventh or eighth decades). In 1960 McCarthy and colleagues suggested that desquamative gingivitis was not a specific disease entity, but a gingival response associated with a variety of conditions.  There may be threads or loose necrotic epithelium. It involves not only marginal gingiva, but also peels the attached gingiva often in a band- like fashi...

Gingivitis aggravated by systemic disease Endocrine Disturbance and Hormonal Changes: Endocrine Disturbance and Hormonal Changes Diabetes Mellitus Complex metabolic disorder: diminished insulin production, impaired insulin action or combination of both result inability of glucose to be transported from blood to tissue resulting in high blood glucose level & secretion of glucose in urine  Lipids and proteins metabolism are disturbed as well Type I: insulin dependant: cell mediated autoimmune destruction of beta cells of islets of langerhans in pancreas. Children & young adults, difficult to control, unstable, ketosis & coma Type II (NIDDM): peripheral resistance to insulin action, impaired secretion & increased glucose production, adult onset, obese individuals, can be controlled by diet & oral hypoglycemic agents Long term complications of Diabetes: Long term complications of Diabetes Microvasculature Macro vasculature Increased liability to infection Poor w...

Dr. It is time for us not to think of our mouths as somehow disconnected from the rest of our bodies. The same blood flows through them, the same nerves go to them. To have a healthy body, you need a healthy mouth. Oral Hygiene Oral hygiene includes all the processes for keeping mouth clean and healthy. Good oral hygiene is necessary for prevention of dental caries, periodontal diseases, bad breath and other dental problems. Importance of good oral hygiene:   Prevention is always better than cure. Good oral hygiene habits will keep away most of the dental problems saving you from toothaches and costly dental treatments.   Awareness regarding the importance of oral hygiene has significantly increased in the developed countries, but contrary to that, the modern dietary lifestyle habits are posing a greater risk for oral health. Good oral health is important to your overall well-being. By maintaining good oral hygiene we can prevent Dental caries Gingivitis Periodontitis ...

What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is mild gum disease. It is an infection caused by germs called bacteria, that hurts your gums. Occurs when buildup of plaque (sticky film) on teeth and gums. Plaque contains bacteria that can irritate your gums, and cause an infection  Not brushing or flossing your teeth every day, or cleaning your teeth well enough to remove plaque. Not visiting your dentist regularly for exams and cleanings Pregnancy, diabetes, HIV infection, and diseases that decrease your immune system Your bodys immune system fights off infection  Smoking or chewing tobacco, poor diet, and stress. Taking certain types of medicines such as steroids, drugs that treat depression, and birth control pills  Having dental problems that make it hard to remove plaque. This may include bridges or dentures that do not fit right, and crooked teeth. Getting older, and having a family history of gum disease  Red, swollen gums. Gums may or may not be painful. Gums may blee...