- 21. Dental Advice for Pregnant Women in Shanghai
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Pregnancy is a difficult time for women, especially when this is their first time. Mood swings can lead to a sense of confusion and depression. Dental problems are an added complication as the expectant ...
- 22. What Dental Procedures to Avoid When Pregnant
- (Dental Shanghai)
- There are several dental procedures which should be avoided for expectant mothers. However, the American Dental Association, concludes that annual dental examinations and regular dental cleanings are perfectly ...
- 23. Dental Tips for Pregnant Women in Shanghai
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... a child, you must be aware of any medical procedures that you will undergo. Not all of them are safe for you and your child, so better be careful. In this article, you’re going to find out some good dental ...
- 24. Myths About X-Rays and Your Health
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... machine is too tiny to cause any damage, no matter what part of the body it is. The truth is, doctors need to have an accurate picture of your teeth and your dental alignment to make an informed decision. ...
- 25. What Happens During a Root Canal in Shanghai?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... due to chipping or cracks. How root canal therapy is done: Root canal therapy can be done in one or multiple dental treatment sessions. Normally patients are scheduled for more than one session because ...
- 26. What is a Root Canal in Shanghai?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... is the life of the tooth. In other words, a healthy root canal makes the tooth vital. Pulp is damaged when there is a deep dental caries or fractured tooth. If left untreated the pulp forms pus at ...
- 27. What is Periodontitis?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... soft, swollen, and red or purplish in color, you need to see your dentist and see if you dental plans cover this condition. In advanced cases, you may notice loose teeth and your gums may have receded ...
- 28. Impacted wisdom teeth
- (Impacted wisdom teeth)
- ... have four wisdom teeth at the back of the mouth — two on the top, two on the bottom. Impacted wisdom teeth can result in pain, damage to other teeth and other dental problems. In some cases, impacted ...
- 29. Live in Shanghai - Healthcare tips
- (sinoaid)
- ... recommendations from the American Consulate General Shanghai’s Health Unit on how to better prepare for a safe stay in China. Ensure that all preexisting medical or dental problems are attended to ...
- 30. Heart Disease
- (Heart Disease)
- ... condition. Poor dental health also may contribute to heart disease. Complications of heart disease include: Heart failure. One of the most common complications of heart disease is heart failure. ...
- 31. Osteomyelitis
- (Osteomyelitis)
- ... to repair broken bones or replace worn joints also can accidentally open a path for germs to enter a bone. Circulation problems When blood vessels are damaged or blocked, your body has trouble distributing ...
- 32. Throat cancer
- (Throat cancer)
- ... cords. Factors that can increase your risk of throat cancer include: Tobacco use, including smoking and chewing tobacco Excessive alcohol use Poor dental hygiene A virus called human papillomavirus ...
- 33. Uterine fibroids
- (Uterine fibroids)
- ... Your doctor may discover fibroids incidentally during a pelvic exam or prenatal ultrasound. In general, uterine fibroids seldom require treatment. Medical therapy and surgical procedures can shrink or ...
- 34. Multiple myeloma
- (Multiple myeloma)
- ... the surface of your bones and help prevent bone loss. Treatment with these drugs is associated with the risk of harm to the jawbone. If you're taking these medications, avoid dental procedures without ...
- 35. Mouth cancer
- (Mouth cancer)
- ... you regain the ability to talk and eat. Your surgeon may transplant grafts of skin, muscle or bone from other parts of your body to reconstruct your face. Dental implants may replace your natural teeth. ...
- 36. Mitral valve stenosis
- (Mitral valve stenosis)
- ... To improve your quality of life if you have mitral valve stenosis, your doctor may recommend that you: See your dentist regularly. Receive regular dental care, following recommendations for ...
- 37. Mitral valve regurgitation
- (Mitral valve regurgitation)
- ... mitral valve regurgitation take antibiotics before certain dental or medical procedures to prevent endocarditis, but antibiotics are no longer considered necessary in most cases for someone with mitral ...
- 38. Mitral valve prolapse
- (Mitral valve prolapse)
- ... mitral valve prolapse take antibiotics before certain dental or medical procedures to prevent endocarditis, but not anymore. The American Heart Association advises that antibiotics aren't necessary in ...
- 39. Atrioventricular canal defect
- (Atrioventricular canal defect)
- ... before certain dental procedures and other surgical procedures if he or she is at risk of severe complications of endocarditis, a bacterial infection of the lining of the heart. Typically, this is when ...
- 40. Atrial septal defect (ASD)
- (Atrial septal defect (ASD))
- ... in addition to an atrial septal defect, or if you've recently had atrial septal defect repair, you may need to take antibiotics before certain dental or surgical procedures. In most cases, atrial ...
