More and more locations are not only decriminalizing cannabis for personal use but are also making it legal in certain amounts. Many states now recognize cannabis as a legitimate medication for certain medical disorders. Cannabis is a drug that is used for both recreational and medical purposes. While the effects of cannabis use on oral health are not fully understood, there may be some negative impacts. Here are some of the potential oral health effects of cannabis use:
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Visiting the dentist is essential for tooth health, but the health of your gums is an equally important reason to visit the dentist routinely. Learn why maintaining good gum health is essential, from eliminating foul breath odors to pain and tooth loss.
Teeth Protection
The fact that your gums essentially protect your teeth is one reason why it is so important to focus on gum health. In simple terms, the gums help keep teeth in place.
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What can a dentist actually do for a knocked-out permanent tooth? As it happens, quite a lot. Depending on how quickly you act, it may even be possible to save the tooth, despite the fact that it has left its socket.
A Chaotic Situation
An avulsed (knocked-out) permanent tooth is usually the result of blunt force trauma to the jaw, with sufficient force for the tooth to break away from its socket.
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Chronic sinusitis sufferers are typically familiar with symptoms such as nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, sinus pain, and even loss of taste and smell. Chronic sinusitis can be caused by viral, bacterial, and fungal infections, allergies, and structural defects inside the nose such as a deviated septum and nasal polyps. While the aforementioned symptoms of chronic sinusitis are some of the most common, here are some other less common symptoms that can affect your teeth and gums if you have sinus problems.
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For most people, the loss of a tooth can be a very problematic issue as they may be deeply concerned about the impacts that this will have on their appearance. Dental implants are among the most effective and popular options for replacing one or more teeth that may have been lost.
A Patient Will Need A Healthy Jawbone To Undergo A Dental Implant Procedure
A key attribute of dental implants is that they will be placed directly into the jaw of the patient.
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