Dr. Mani Pavitra talks about various types of mal-aligned teeth and correction
A member of Indian Orthodontic Society & Indian Dental Association. She currently holds a faculty position (Asst.Professor) in the Dept. of Orthodontics at Sri Sai College of dental surgery Hyderabad .
Tuesday, 28 August 2012
Sunday, 26 August 2012
Advantages of Post natal Massage (Massage post-pregnancy)
ABDOMINAL DISCOMFORT
Massage is one of the most therapeutic natural therapies available, and is particularly effective in aiding relaxation. It is very popular among some African tribes and is used for several weeks after birth,where other women will massage the postnatal mother. Massage promotes mental and physical well bring in general,as well as specifically helping to shrink the uterus. As for relieving after pains , use lavender essential oil blended with sweet almond oil.
BREAST DISCOMFORT
You can expect some discomfort form yours breasts as the milk comes in generally around the third may find them heavy and uncomfortable. Additionally you could experience a dragging sensation through them which is
due to the milk flow and the stimulation of your reflex on left down.
Breast-feeding stimulates contractions of the uterus, and these after- pain are caused by the production of the hormone oxytocin. Gentle abdominal massage may bring some relief,as well as well as relaxation durigand after feeding. If you find the pain too great, a small dose of paracetamol may be worthwhile
HEAD ACHES
Many women experience headaches for several weeks after birth.These are due to hormonal changes or strain during delivery.Some women experience headaches for 48 hours after an epidural.If you are breast-feeding your baby, you may wish to avoid taking conventional headache remedies.
Massage relief head massage is an effective drug.Free alternative,whichcan either be given by a practitioner or you can do it your self.Pay particular attention to massaging around the temples.Facial exercises and massage will free the face from tension.Be aware , in addition of any tension in your shoulders and neck area,and use massage to release it.
Our special massage techniques at Cure medi-spa will relieve you of all pains.
Aromatherapy apply lavender or peppermint oil to the temples, blended with a massage oil ( in the ratio of 1 drop essential oil to 1 tea spoon massage oil ) when massaging try inhalations of lavender,peppermint or eucalyptus oil either by using an essential oil burner ( follow the manufactures instructions for use) or by putting a few drops of the oil on a handkerchief and breathing in relaxation and meditation techniques will also help.
Other alternative treatment breathing techniques can be beneficial.Since many headaches may be caused by stress relaxation and meditation techniques will also helps in this way .Reflexology is another recommended therapy for headaches in which pressure points on the big toe are targeted.
SKIN AND HAIR
Your skin and hair many have changed while you were pregnant.Usually for the better but many women experience problems after the birth .Skin generally becomes much drier and you many find that you suffer some temporary hair loss.These occurrences can be deeply alarming but they are normal ,so try not
to worry .Instead, take positive steps to help your skin and hair to recover.Spend time on caring for yourself wherever possible . In particular, treat your skin to a stimulating facial or massage,which will also reinvigorate your whole system.
STRETCH MARKS
Stretch marks that have occurred during pregnancy will shrink and become less obvious with time.Ideally,you will have been massaging them with oil while pregnant.Again lavender oil is an effective treatment for stretch marks, which you can either purchase in a form ready to be applied directly or as the pure essential oil which must be mixed with a base oil such as sweet almond oils are also worth trying. Remember to read the instructions on the bottles regarding quantities and how to use the oils or consult an aromatherapist.
Cure Medi-Spa offers complete range of Post natal massage therapies. For more information call our helpline -
Anatomy of the Tooth
The Tooth is a complex organ of
mastication structured to help us in chewing, speaking, and swallowing. Every
tooth has a basic composition and is shaped to perform specific masticatory
function.
Structural
Composition of a Tooth
In general the tooth has a crown portion
which lies above the gums and the root portion lying underneath the gums and in
the bone.
Tooth can be divided into three distinct
sections namely, Enamel, Dentin and Pulp Chamber.
Enamel
The enamel is the outer most layer of the
tooth which gives the tooth its white colour. Enamel is the hardest structure
in the human body. It is comprised of prismatic crystalline structure called as
Hydroxy-apatite
crystals.
The
thickness of enamel varies in different parts of the tooth but is thickest at
the cuspal heights and incisal edges and thinnest at the junction of the crown
and root called as the Cemento-enamel Junction(CEJ).
Enamel is thicker in children as compared
to adults which gives the teeth a “milky white” appearance in children. The
level of thickness of the enamel will determine the hue of the teeth as in the
amount of “whiteness” of “yellowness” of the teeth in different individuals.
Dentin
Dentin is the next layer below
the enamel and is yellowish in colour. It comprises of dentinal tubules and is
porous compared to enamel. Each dentinal tubule is
hexagonal in cross-section and extent from the Dentino-enamel junction (DEJ) to
the pulp chamber. These dentinal tubules house the odontoblasts and their
processes. These odontoblasts draw their nutrients from the pulp chamber.
Sensitivity in the tooth is felt by many people and the main reason for
the sensation is because any cold or hot food or drink taken, will come in
contact with the dentinal tubules and the shock will be sent down to the pulp
chamber which holds all the nerve vessels and pain will be felt.
Pulp
Chamber
This is the place where
all the blood vessels and nerve vessels are present collectively called
as pulp.
The entire tooth gets its nutrition from the pulp. If the enamel is broken and
the infection reaches the dentin then there is a very high chance for the
infection to spread down to the pulp causing severe pain, swelling and even
death of the tooth.
Sequence of dental caries
This is how a normal tooth looks like when it has been maintained well with proper brushing and oral care.
1. When one fails to keep the mouth clean by proper brushing, flossing and rinsing then food particles begin to accumulate on the tooth, leading to bacterial action and acid release and the first signs of tooth decay begins involving enamel - INITIAL DENTAL CARIES.
2. Once the infection spreads through out the enamel layer of the tooth and it not recognised and treated by the dentist, the infection spreads further into the dentin layer which may induce sensitivity in the underlying pulp- CHRONIC REVERSIBLE PULPITIS
3. As the infection spreads further, the infection reaches the pulp chamber, leading to severe pain and inflammation of the blood vessels and involves the nerves of the affected tooth. The tooth is now in a state of “no return”.- CHRONIC IRREVERSIBLE PULPITIS.
4. At this stage the tooth is completely damaged by the advancing bacterial infection and no amount of medication can help. The tooth has lost its strength and becomes brittle. The tooth must now be treated with Root Canal Treatment (RCT) or removed completely (Extraction), to prevent further spread of infection into the bone.- CHRONIC IRREVERSIBLE PULPITIS
5. This is the last stage of the disease where the underlying supporting bone also gets infected by the bacterial infection and there is puss accumulation in the bone and severe swelling and pain, associated with fever and lethargy (tiredness). CHRONIC IRREVERSIBLE PULPITIS LEADING TO SPACE INFECTION!
Monday, 20 August 2012
Thursday, 16 August 2012
Pregnancy Spa & Services @ Cure Poly Clinic
Pregnancy Spa -
Cure Poly Clinic has just launched "Pragnancy Spa" to provide specialized services to pregnant women. The services include:
- Pre natal massage
- Post natal massage
- Infant massage
- Lamaze Classes
Know more details about these services here.
Sunday, 5 August 2012
A delighted patient talks about Dentist & Dontist!
Our mission as a cosmetic dentistry center is incomplete without seeing that "brighter smile" on our patients face after taking the treatment.
We are very much delighted with the results Shilpa has seen. We love to receive more feedback. If you have visited Dentist & Dontist, please share your feedback Here. We are open for raves and rants too!
We are very much delighted with the results Shilpa has seen. We love to receive more feedback. If you have visited Dentist & Dontist, please share your feedback Here. We are open for raves and rants too!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)