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Question: What should you avoid doing until a root canal procedure is completely done?
Answer: Root canal therapy should relieve the pain you feel. Until your root canal procedure is completely finished -- that is, the permanent filling is in place and a crown, if needed, is in place -- it's wise to minimize chewing on the tooth under repair. This step will help avoid recontaminating the tooth's interior and also may prevent a fragile tooth from breaking before the tooth can be fully restored.
Question: How should you return to oral care after a root canal?
Answer: Because a tooth that needs root canal therapy often is one that has a large filling or extensive decay or other weakness, a crown, crown and post, or other restoration often needs to be placed on the tooth to protect it, prevent it from breaking, and restore it to full function.
Question: How does the dentist keep your mouth dry during a root canal?
Answer: Next, to keep the area dry and free of saliva during treatment, your dentist will place a rubber dam (a sheet of rubber) around the tooth.
Question: How is the pulp removed from the tooth during a root canal?
Answer: A hole can occur through the side of the tooth, with drainage into the gums or through the cheek into the skin. The pulp, along with bacteria and related debris, is removed from the tooth. The cleaning-out process is accomplished using root canal files. A series of these files of increasing diameter are each subsequently placed into the access hole and worked down the full length of the tooth to scrape and scrub the sides of the root canals. Water or sodium hypochlorite is used periodically to flush away the debris.
Question: What are the signs that a root canal therapy is needed?
Answer: Signs you may need root canal therapy include: Severe toothache pain upon chewing or application of pressure Prolonged sensitivity (pain) to hot or cold temperatures (after the heat or cold has been removed) Discoloration (darkening) of the tooth Swelling and tenderness in nearby gums A persistent or recurring pimple on the gums Sometimes no symptoms are present. Root canal therapy should relieve the pain you feel.
Question: Why does dental pulp need to be removed?
Answer: The pulp or pulp chamber is the soft area within the center of the tooth and contains the nerve, blood vessels, and connective tissue. The bacteria and other dying pulp remnants can cause an infection or abscessed tooth. An abscess is a pus-filled pocket that forms at the end of a tooth's root.
Question: What are ways to prevent the need for a root canal?
Answer: A tooth's pulp can become irritated, inflamed, and infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures on a tooth, large fillings, a crack or chip in the tooth, or trauma to the face. Trauma resulting from a sports-related injury can be reduced by wearing a mouth guard.
Question: Is there an alternative to root canal procedure?
Answer: The tooth's nerve is in the "root" or "legs" of the tooth. The tooth would then be replaced with a bridge, implant, or removable partial denture to restore chewing function and prevent adjacent teeth from shifting. These alternatives not only are more expensive than a root canal procedure but require more treatment time and additional procedures to adjacent teeth and supporting tissues.
Question: What is the first step in the procedure for a root canal?
Answer: In addition to an abscess, an infection in the root canal of a tooth can cause: Swelling that may spread to other areas of the face, neck, or head Bone loss around the tip of the root Drainage problems extending outward from the root. Your dentist or endodontist will then use local anesthesia to numb the area near the tooth. Actually, anesthesia may not be necessary, since the nerve is dead, but most dentists still anesthetize the area to make the patient more relaxed and at ease.
Question: What is dental pulp?
Answer: Root canal therapy is performed when the pulp which is composed of nerves and blood vessels in the tooth becomes infected or damaged. The tooth's nerve is in the "root" or "legs" of the tooth. The root canals travel from the tip of the tooth's root into the pulp chamber.
Question: How successful is root canal treatment?
Answer: Root canal therapy is the treatment of choice. These alternatives not only are more expensive than a root canal procedure but require more treatment time and additional procedures to adjacent teeth and supporting tissues.
Question: What causes infection after a root canal?
Answer: Your dentist will discuss who might be best suited to perform the work in your particular case. Among the likely reasons for this include: More than the normally anticipated number of root canals in a tooth (leaving one of them uncleaned) An undetected crack in the root of a tooth A defective or inadequate dental restoration that has allowed bacteria to get past the restoration into the inner aspects of the tooth and recontaminate the area A breakdown of the inner sealing material over time, allowing bacteria to recontaminate the inner aspects of the tooth Sometimes re-treatment can be successful.
Question: Can I wear sunscreen if I have acne?
Answer: And while red, sunburned skin might temporarily hide your pimples, getting burned too many times can also leave you with premature lines and wrinkles, and increase your risk for skin cancer. You want to protect your skin when you're outside in the sun without slathering on gobs of greasy sunscreen.
Question: Should I use scrubs and masks for acne?
Answer: There's no need to slather your face in day-glo green or mud and scare off all the neighborhood kids. Experts say masks and scrubs do little, if anything, to improve acne. A gentle, non-abrasive cleanser that's formulated for your skin type (oily, dry, or combination) will do a lot more to keep your face pimple-free.
Question: What kind of moisturizer should I use if I have acne prone skin?
Answer: What to look for: Choose a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer labeled "non-comedogenic" -- which is just a fancy way of saying that it won't clog your pores. Also look for ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, which hold moisture in the skin. What to avoid? Heavy, greasy products that contain pimple-producing ingredients such as cocoa butter, mineral oil, or cold cream.
Question: What kind of sunscreen should I use if I have acne?
Answer: What to look for: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and a physical blocker like zinc oxide of at least 6% too protect against both UVA and UVB light. A water-based or light liquid-based gel or spray-on sunscreen is best for people who tend to get breakouts. You can also look for light lotions and powder sunscreens. Look for ânoncomedogenicâ on the label, which means it should not clog your skin's pores. Watch out for chemicals such as PABA and benzophenone, which can irritate sensitive skin.
Question: Can I wear makeup when you have acne?
Answer: Today, we use makeup to camouflage our pimples, but applying layer after layer of cover-up when you have acne isn't necessarily the best approach. Makeup can be very good at hiding pimples, but it can also accentuate zits if you use the wrong kind of concealer or slather it on too thickly. The redness and peeling many acne treatments leave behind can look even worse when smeared with thick makeup.
Question: Can I use moisterizers if I have acne?
Answer: In reality, moisturizers are an essential part of the acne skin care routine. The acne treatment your dermatologist prescribed or recommended may contain drying ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, which can suck the moisture out of your skin and leave it looking red and irritated. A good moisturizer will keep the water in your skin and help avoid unsightly drying and peeling.
Question: What kind of makeup should I use if I have acne?
Answer: What to look for: All of your makeup, from blush to eye shadow, should be non-greasy, non-comedogenic (or non-acnegenic), hypoallergenic, non-irritating, and oil-free. Read the ingredients -- the very first one should be water. Mineral-based cosmetics contain added ingredients like silica, titanium dioxide, and zinc oxide, which both absorb oil and hide redness without irritating skin and causing pimples. Another ingredient to look for is dimethicone, which also conceals redness while smoothing out uneven skin.
Question: Are there acne-friendly aftershave lotions?
Answer: Men with acne need to pay attention to their skin care regimen, too. Shaving can be both a plus and minus for a man's skin. The plus is that shaving each day acts as a natural exfoliant, opening your pores so the excess oil can drain out. But if you shave the wrong way or use the wrong products, you could wind up with more acne. Or, you could get razor bumps, which aren't acne but look a lot like them. Razor bumps pop up when newly cut, sharp-ended hairs turn back into the skin and make the skin swell up.
Question: What should I look for in acne-friendly aftershave lotions?
Answer: What to look for: Use a non-irritating, lubricating shaving gel, or a prescription shaving foam containing benzoyl peroxide or a topical antibiotic that's designed for men with acne. After shaving, skip the splash of cologne or alcohol-based aftershave, which can irritate your skin -- not to mention leave you in agony if you have any open cuts or recently popped pimples. Use an oil-free moisturizer or a prescription topical antibiotic lotion or gel instead.
Question: What sleep problems can be caused by cirrhosis?
Answer: This type of liver damage can cause sleep problems like: Daytime fatigue Need for frequent naps Waking up at night Depression Restless legs syndrome Sleep apnea Lifestyle changes might help: Only use your bed for sleep and sex.
Question: What are the side effects of astragalus?
Answer: But as with heart benefits, more medical research is needed to understand if astragalus can help with these other health problems. Astragalus is usually taken in combination with other herbal supplements. When used appropriately, astragalus appears to be very safe and to have few side effects. Very high doses may suppress the immune system.
Question: What are heart benefits of astragalus?
Answer: More research is needed before experts can make any firm recommendations about using astragalus for its heart benefits.
Question: What is astragalus used for?
Answer: They claim it may protect against heart disease. It's also used to help improve overall weakness. Proponents also say astragalus stimulates the spleen, liver, lungs, circulatory, and urinary system. It's also used to treat osteoarthritis, asthma, and nervous conditions as well as to lower blood sugar and blood pressure.
Question: What is astragalus?
Answer: It comes from a type of bean or legume. While there are multiple species of astragalus, most astragalus supplements contain Astragalus membranaceus. The herb is said to offer multiple health benefits for multiple conditions, including heart benefits.
Question: What are the benefits of astragalus?
Answer: Astragalus is often promoted for its effects on the immune system, liver, and cardiovascular system. There is, though, little research to suggest that astragalus can help protect the heart in humans.
Question: What is pica?
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Question: How is pica diagnosed?
Answer: If symptoms are present, the doctor will begin an evaluation by performing a complete medical history and physical exam. The doctor may use certain tests -- such as X-rays and blood tests -- to check for anemia and look for toxins and other substances in the blood, and to check for blockages in the intestinal tract. The doctor also may test for possible infections caused by eating items contaminated with bacteria or other organisms. A review of the person's eating habits also may be conducted. Before making a diagnosis of pica, the doctor will evaluate the presence of other disorders -- such as intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, or obsessive-compulsive disorder -- as the cause of the odd eating behavior. This pattern of behavior must last at least one month for a diagnosis of pica to be made.
Question: Can pica be prevented?
Answer: However, it is likely to be more difficult to manage in children who are developmentally disabled.
Question: How common is pica?
Answer: The Handbook of Clinical Child Psychologycurrently estimates that prevalence rates of pica range from 4%-26% among institutionalized populations. Research among non-institutionalized populations takes the form of individual case studies, making prevalence rates difficult to estimate.
Question: What are complications associated with pica?
Answer: Given the risk of medical complications (such as lead poisoning) associated with pica, close medical monitoring is necessary throughout treatment of the eating behavior. This is the most concerning and potentially lethal side effect of pica Eating non-food objects can interfere with eating healthy food, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies. Eating objects that cannot be digested, such as stones, can cause constipation or blockages in the digestive tract, including the intestines and bowels. Also, hard or sharp objects (such as paperclips or metal scraps) can cause tears in the lining of the esophagus or intestines. Bacteria or parasites from dirt or other objects can cause serious infections. Some infections can damage the kidneys or liver. Co-existing developmental disabilities can make treatment difficult.
Question: How is pica treated?
Answer: The doctor may use certain tests -- such as X-rays and blood tests -- to check for anemia and look for toxins and other substances in the blood, and to check for blockages in the intestinal tract. Given the risk of medical complications (such as lead poisoning) associated with pica, close medical monitoring is necessary throughout treatment of the eating behavior. There are many potential complications of pica, such as: Certain items, such as paint chips, may contain lead or other toxic substances and eating them can lead to poisoning, increasing the child's risk of complications including learning disabilities and brain damage.
Question: What is the outlook for people with pica?
Answer: The doctor may use certain tests -- such as X-rays and blood tests -- to check for anemia and look for toxins and other substances in the blood, and to check for blockages in the intestinal tract. However, it is likely to be more difficult to manage in children who are developmentally disabled.
Question: How is radiation and chemotherapy beneficial for people with Pancoast tumors?
Answer: The purpose of the chemotherapy and radiation is to shrink the tumor and to block the cancer from spreading through lymph nodes.
Question: What is a Pancoast tumor?
Answer: Because of their location, they frequently invade adjoining tissue. Pancoast tumors form an abnormal patch of tissue over the lung apex and principally involve the chest wall structures rather than the underlying lung tissue. They may invade areas such as lymph nodes, nerves, ribs, and spine. The risk factors for almost all lung cancers are similar.
Question: When is surgery a treatment option for Pancoast tumors?
Answer: If the cancer has not spread to distant areas of the body, surgery will likely be offered. People with Pancoast tumors that are directly invading the covering of the lung and chest wall should generally undergo surgery, if: The cancer has not spread to distant parts of the body. The patient's heart and lungs are healthy enough to allow surgery. There is no evidence of extensive enlargement of the lymph nodes. Occasionally, people with severe pain who have tumors that can't be removed may be selectively considered for palliative surgery to reduce pain.
Question: What is the outlook for people with Pancoast tumors?
Answer: An MRI can also better assess the tumor's invasion of nearby areas. However, recent studies have shown that, in some people, the tumor completely stops growing and the pain is gone. In addition, survival rates have improved.
Question: What are movement symptoms of basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected. Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition.
Question: What are treatments for basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms. For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help. Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them.
Question: What are psychiatric symptoms of basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected. Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition.
Question: How can genetic testing help in the diagnosis of basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well. If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not. Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test. Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family.
Question: What causes basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents. You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness. Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't. Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons.
Question: What is basal ganglia calcification?
Answer: Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it. When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well.
Question: How is basal ganglia calcification diagnosed?
Answer: Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it. They usually start with symptoms and family history. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms.
Question: How can I help my child with ADHD do better in school?
Answer: You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.
Question: Does driving pose more of a risk to teens with ADHD?
Answer: The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.
Question: What are the risks of driving in teens with ADHD?
Answer: The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.
Question: How can I help my child with ADHD develop better relationship skills?
Answer: Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.
Question: What is the best way to parent a child with ADHD?
Answer: Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.
Question: How can I help my child with ADHD achieve academic success?
Answer: You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.