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Specialty. Dentistry. Pericoronitis is inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, [ 1] including the gingiva (gums) and the dental follicle. [ 2] The soft tissue covering a partially erupted tooth is known as an operculum, an area which can be difficult to access with normal oral hygiene methods.
Cellulitis. Cellulitis is usually [ 9] a bacterial infection involving the inner layers of the skin. [ 1] It specifically affects the dermis and subcutaneous fat. [ 1] Signs and symptoms include an area of redness which increases in size over a few days. [ 1] The borders of the area of redness are generally not sharp and the skin may be swollen ...
245 million in 2015 [ 6] (3.34% of world population) Dermatitis is a term used for different types of skin inflammation, typically characterized by itchiness, redness and a rash. [ 1] In cases of short duration, there may be small blisters, while in long-term cases the skin may become thickened. [ 1] The area of skin involved can vary from ...
Skin care or skincare is a range of practices that support skin integrity, enhance its appearance, and relieve skin conditions. They can include nutrition, avoidance of excessive sun exposure, and appropriate use of emollients. Practices that enhance appearance include the use of cosmetics, botulinum, exfoliation, fillers, laser resurfacing ...
P.M. Skin Care Routine Steps. Remove Makeup: A double cleanse isn’t always necessary, but it’s a great way to help remove makeup and heavy SPF after a long day. Use either micellar water, an ...
Dental abscess. A decayed, broken down tooth, which has undergone pulpal necrosis. A periapical abscess (i.e. around the apex of the tooth root) has then formed and pus is draining into the mouth via an intraoral sinus ( gumboil ). A dental abscess is a localized collection of pus associated with a tooth.
Cory Fernandez, NBC Select editor. My skin type: Combination and seborrhoeic dermatitis prone My goals: Controlling oil in the T-zone area (forehead, chin and nose), hydrating and adding moisture ...
Signs and symptoms. Dermatographic urticaria is sometimes called "skin writing", as it is possible to mark deliberate patterns onto the skin. The condition manifests as an allergic-like reaction, causing a warm red wheal to appear on the skin. As it is often the result of scratches, involving contact with other materials, it can be confused ...