Definition: A cutaneous condition characterized by multiple papillary or sessile areas of the oral mucosa and white to pinkish papules that occur diffusely in the oral cavity. It is caused by the human papilloma virus types 13 and 32. Synonyms – Heck’s Disease, Multifocal papilloma Etiology: HPV – 13 & 32 Recently known to be […]
Gingival Cyst of Adults and Newborn
Gingival Cyst is a small superficial cyst which is found in the alveolar mucosa, and as the name suggests it does not involve the alveolar bone. Gingival cysts are of 2 types: Gingival (Alveolar) Cyst of Newborn Gingival cyst of the Adult Gingival (Alveolar) Cyst of the Newborn: Gingival cyst of the newborn is a […]
Primordial Cyst
Definition of Primordial Cyst: A Odontogenic cyst developing from the stellate reticulum which is formed in place of a tooth. Etiology: Develops through liquefaction and cystic degeneration of stellate reticulum of enamel organ before any calcified enamel or dentine is formed. Usually it may develop from a normal tooth germ, which may be clinically missing […]
Classification of Cysts of Jaw
Cysts in the Jaws are very common occurrence when compared to any other part of the body, as the cysts are of varied types the classifications given by various scientists is also very helpful to divide each cyst based on it origin and its clinical presentation. Based on classification we can also decide the treatment […]
Fordyce Granules or Fordyce Spots
Definition: Fordyce granules or spots is a collection of sebaceous glands that occur in various locations in the oral cavity. Synonyms: Fordyce Spots, Fordyce Disease Etiology: Inclusion of ectoderm having potentialities of skin in the oral cavity during development of maxilla & mandible- embryonic life Differential Diagnosis: Sebaceous Hyperplasia Epidermoid cyst Dermoid cyst Clinical Features: […]
Fascial Spaces of Head and Neck region
Fascial Space is portion of anatomy that is partially or completely walled by fascial membrane. Fascial area are potential areas between layers of fascia. Fascial space areas are filled normally with loose connective tissue which readily breakdown when invaded by infection, leading to large swelling. Fascial space infections are the most common cause of swellings […]
What are the 13 Blood Coagulation Factors – Mnemonic
Blood Coagulation or Clotting Factors are the natural proteins which help in coagulation of blood to control bleeding, they also help to maintain the flow of blood in the body and also make sure coagulation takes place in case of any injury. In simple words Coagulation means Clotting which is seen when there is any […]
Dental Caries GV Black Classification of Carious Lesions
Definition: Dental Caries is an irreversible microbial disease of the calcified tissues of the teeth, characterized by de-mineralization of the inorganic portion and destruction of the organic substance of the tooth. Dental Caries is the result of the formation of dental plaque which harbors bacteria which in turn ferment carbohydrates available in daily food producing […]
Operator Position, Patient Position and Chair Height in Dentistry
Operator Positions in Oral surgery is a very important aspect in the success of your Dental treatment. The correct positioning of the operator is very important to help the Operator or Doctor to have good Visibility and Accessibility of the Oral cavity. Proper positioning of the patient and the operator, illumination and retraction for optimal visibility […]
Dentigerous Cyst
Definition: An Odontogenic cyst that surrounds the crown of impacted tooth, caused by fluid accumulation between the reduced enamel epithelium and the enamel surface, resulting in a cyst in which the crown is located within the lumen. This is the most common developmental Odontogenic cyst. Synonms: Follicular Cyst Etiology: Develops by accumulation of fluid between […]
Local Anesthesia Definition, Composition, Classification, Ideal properties and Complications
Local Anesthesia: Definition: It is a local state of loss of sensation without loss of consciousness, in a circumscribed area of the body due to a depression of, excitation in nerve endings or an inhibition of the conduction process in peripheral nerves. Local Anesthesia is most commonly used in Dental Treatments where the need to […]
Complications of Local Anesthesia
Local Anesthesia is useful in many dental treatment procedures and there are many complications associated with the administration technique and also with the composition of certain components of the agent present like allergic reactions and other conditions which are divided into Local and Systemic. One of the most common Complication seen in Syncope which can […]
List of Syndromes related to Dental conditions
Below i am going to list out the Syndromes which are related to dental problems. These list of Syndromes has been compiled from the various Oral Pathology and Oral medicine textbooks which i followed and will be giving the Syndrome name’s and the various problems which are associated with it. The Syndromes are divided into […]
Syndromes related to Skin Diseases
Syndromes related to Skin Diseases: There are many causes of skin diseases which usually appear as a sign and symptom for an underlying disease and in some cases as an allergic reaction as well. In humans skin surface covers most of the body and many types of conditions and diseases are associated with skin disease […]