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  • Causes

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    Gingivostomatitis can be caused by the following: Viruses: The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and coxsackievirus both can cause the condition to develop. Poor oral hygiene: Failing to brush or floss appropriately can lead to gingivostomatitis. Bacterial infection: In rare instances, gingivostomatitis can be caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus or Actinomyces. HSV-1 is the most common cause and accounts for…

  • The Gingivostomatitis Symptoms

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    When a person develops gingivostomatitis, they can develop symptoms on the tongue, lips, inside of the mouth, and gums. That said, the majority of children that have the condition will not present with any symptoms. When symptoms of the infection do arise, they include:23 Fever Ulcers in both the front and back of the mouth Swelling…

  • Gingivostomatitis

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    Gingivostomatitis : is an inflammation of the gums and lips that manifests from an underlying cause. Since gingivostomatitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria, it is considered highly contagious. Gingivostomatitis leads to painful sores and swelling of the gums. Although any person can develop gingivostomatitis, it is most commonly found in children under the age…

  • Pediatric dentistry

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    It is the branch of dentistry dealing with the oral health of children from birth to adolescence. Among its functions is the diagnosis of oral diseases, cleaning and treatment with fluoride as well as the prevention of caries or diseases. In addition, pediatric dentistry is responsible for controlling the growth of teeth and jaws and…

  • Orthodontics

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    Orthodontics is derived from the Greek”orthos”(correct, straight) and”odont”(tooth) which results in”correction of teeth”. It is the branch of dentistry that deals mainly with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of poorly positioned teeth and jaws.

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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    It specializes in the treatment of many diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and hard and soft tissues of the oral (mouth) and maxillofacial (jaw and face) regions. It is an internationally recognized surgical specialty. In countries like the UK, Australia and most of Europe, it is recognized as a specialty…

  • Orthodontics 

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    Orthodontics :- Orthodontics is concerned with the prevention, interception and correction of improper alignment of teeth and abnormalities in the dento facial region.

  • Community and Preventive Dentistry

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    Community and Preventive Dentistry :- It is a dentistry branch which deals with the dental public health. They include epidemiological study on oral health , carry out surveys of local population , conducts camps and create awareness among the people about the preventive aspects and maintaining oral hygiene.

  • Prosthodontics

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    Prosthodontics :-  It is a branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral function, comfort, appearance, and health of patient by the restoring natural teeth and replacement of missing teeth and craniofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

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    It is the branch of dentistry related to the performance and interpretation of the diagnostic image used to examine craniofacial, dental and adjacent structures. OMFR is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association, the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Australasia.