Can COVID cause tooth infection?
However, Covid-19-related tooth pain is rarely reported.
In our clinical observation, we have noticed two cases of tooth pain associated with Covid-19 infection and not directly associated with any local cause such as decay, inflammation, or infection..
How do dentists handle stress?
The most vital steps to take when you observe the signs of stress include resting and relaxing.
For example, take a short break between patients to destress.
If you are hungry, have a snack before your next dental procedure.
Take the time to “decompress” when needed..
Is it normal for a dentist to hit a nerve?
Injury to the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) and lingual nerves (LN) during dental and oral surgery procedures is an uncommon complication, but understanding the management of the injury is important.
Damage to either nerve can lead to numbness and pain of the lip, mucosa and tongue, as well as loss of taste..
Why do people ignore oral health?
Some dental treatments cost too much that they become out of many family's reaches.
So, this is also one of the main reasons why people ignore dental health.
Anxiety is also one of the reasons why people ignore their dental health.
There are many people who deal with anxiety before their dental appointments..
- Electric Pulp Tester (EPT)
This test sends an electrical current from a small battery through the tooth.
A healthy tooth nerve with feel a tingling sensation, while an unhealthy nerve may feel no sensation at all.
