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Teething is the process by which an infant's first teeth (the deciduous teeth, often called "baby teeth" or "milk teeth") appear by emerging through the gums, typically arriving in pairs. The mandibular central incisors are the first primary teeth to erupt, usually between 6 and 10 months of age and usually causes discomfort and pain to the infant.
Gingivectomy is a dental procedure in which a dentist or oral surgeon cuts away part of the gums in the mouth (the gingiva). [1]It is the oldest surgical approach in periodontal therapy [2] and is usually done for improvement of aesthetics or prognosis of teeth.
Teeth are classified as incisors, canines, premolars (also called bicuspids), and molars. Incisors are primarily used for cutting, canines are for tearing, and molars serve for grinding. Most teeth have identifiable features that distinguish them from others. There are several different notation systems to refer to a specific tooth.
The presence of bacteria, in the form of dental plaque/tartar/calculus on the root of a tooth, can cause inflammation of the gums resulting in gum disease. This can lead to bone loss around the affected teeth and if left untreated, lead to tooth loss. [7]
Gingival recession, also known as gum recession and receding gums, is the exposure in the roots of the teeth caused by a loss of gum tissue and/or retraction of the gingival margin from the crown of the teeth. [1] Gum recession is a common problem in adults over the age of 40, but it may also occur starting in adolescence, or around the age of 10.
A gum lift (also known as a gingivectomy) is a cosmetic dental procedure that raises and sculpts the gum line.This procedure involves reshaping the tissue and/or underlying bones to create the appearance of longer or symmetrical teeth, thereby making the smile more aesthetically pleasing.
German illustration (c. 1910) depicting interior of jawbones, with nerves, veins, and arteries leading to teeth—and thus the alveolar areaOn the maxilla, the alveolar process is a ridge on the inferior surface, making up the thickest part of the bone.
The teeth and gums exhibit normal sensations in health. Such sensations are generally sharp, lasting as long as the stimulus. [18] There is a continuous spectrum from physiologic sensation to pain in disease. [18] Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by intense or damaging events.
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