Emergency: dealing with sports-related dental trauma

Article Abstract:

Prompt evaluation and appropriate treatment can minimize the long-term effect of dental injury from sports accidents. First aid at the site includes putting displaced teeth back into place, recovering missing teeth and either cleaning them with saline or water and replacing them or immersing them ideally in milk for transport. The treating dentist should take a history and then thoroughly examine the mouth, jaws, and teeth. X rays should be taken. The object of treatment of fractured, displaced, or expelled teeth is to maintain the life of the tooth pulp if possible. Treatment may include applying a protective coating and stabilizing the tooth in position. Root canal treatment may be needed if the tooth dies. Injured athletes should also be prescribed antibiotics and given a tetanus booster. Replanted teeth may eventually be lost, but most last for many years before this occurs.

Care and treatment, Injuries, Teeth, Tooth injuries, Athletes, Medical emergencies

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Fad diets: facts for dental professionals

Article Abstract:

Fad diet practices associated with oral health status and the role of dental professionals in addressing related issues were studied. Dental professionals can guide patients toward diets that support dental health and decrease risk of chronic diseases.

United States, Offices and clinics of dentists, Offices of Dentists, Dentists, Psychological aspects, Health aspects, Reducing diets, Nutritional aspects, Oral health, Report

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