Aphthous ulcer is a condition characterized by superficial or deep ulcers of different sizes and colors inside the mouth. This may be on the lips, or under the tongue. There are a variety of causes for aphthous ulcers. Additionally, it…
Dental cysts are actually sacs of tissue filled with either air or liquid and semi-liquid materials. These cysts can form anywhere inside the oral cavity, including the gums, lips, floor of the mouth, and around or near the teeth. However,…
Many people avoid drinking very cold or very hot beverages because they can sensitize their teeth. If you are one of such people, you can wait for the launch of green tea flavored toothpaste. Such toothpaste can reduce the sensitivity…
A question that parents frequently ask dentists is about the cause of their child’s bad breath. Most children smell their bad breath when they wake up. There is no need to worry because this type of bad breath disappears after…
Our mouth naturally contains different kinds of microbes. When we do not clean our teeth and oral cavity for a while, the microbes form a layer on the tooth called dental plaque. Dental plaque is a biofilm of microorganisms (mostly…
Iran’s population age pyramid shows that the dentists will face a large number of elderly clients that need special care in the future. Old people usually take several medicines, some of which may interact with dental treatments. Warfarin a medicine…
Teeth grinding or bruxism may alternately occur, mainly when we are angry or sleeping. Bruxism is a condition that also occurs in healthy individuals and often causes no neurological failure or lesion. Some patients report that those around them hear…
Many people visit physicians complaining of diseases they do not exactly know their causes, most of whom do not achieve the desired result and complete recovery. Most treatments that such patients receive merely soothe the condition. However, the condition may…
Many drugs interact with corticosteroids, and many diseases are affected by steroid therapy. Because of its wide range of side effects and interactions, dexamethasone should be prescribed for patients very cautiously. Dexamethasone, and corticosteroids in general, are not considered the…
Dental radiography is a diagnostic imaging technique that uses X-rays to generate detailed images of the teeth and mouth. These images enable dentists to detect dental issues, e.g., cavities, gum disease, root canal problems, and infections that might be invisible…
