Which are urgent dental care cases ?

 Urgent Dental Care

Severe dental pain from pulpal inflammation

Pericoronitis or third molar pain

Dry socket

Abscess or localised pain and swelling

Tooth fracture

Dental trauma with avulsion and luxation

Restorations causing pain

If the crown has been dislodged or broken

Orthodontic wire or appliances impinging mucosa or pricing mucosa causing ulcer

Biopsy of abnormal tissue.

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by,

DR.RENJU T GEORGE,

INDIA

The right 5 a day mix for longer life

 

The right '5-a-day' mix is 2 fruit and 3 vegetable servings for longer life

Eating about five daily servings of fruits and vegetables, in which 2 are fruits and 3 are vegetables, is likely the optimal amount for a longer life, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association's flagship journal Circulation.

Diets rich in fruits and vegetables help reduce the risk for numerous chronic health conditions that are leading causes of death, including cardiovascular disease and cancer. Yet, only about one in 10 adults eat enough fruits or vegetables, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Studies revealed:

• Intake of five servings of fruits and vegetables daily was associated with the lowest risk of death. Eating more than five servings was not associated with an additional benefit.

• Eating two servings daily of fruits and three servings daily of vegetables is associated with the greatest longevity.

• Compared to those who consumed two servings of fruit and vegetables per day, participants who consumed five servings a day of fruits and vegetable had a 13% lower risk of death from all causes; a 12% lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke; a 10% lower risk of death from cancer; and a 35% lower risk of death from respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

• Not all foods that one might consider to be fruits and vegetables offered the same benefits. For example, Starchy vegetables, such as peas and corn, fruit juices, and potatoes were not associated with reduced risk of death from all causes or specific chronic diseases.

• On the other hand, green leafy vegetables, including spinach, lettuce, and kale, and fruit and vegetables rich in beta carotene and vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, berries, and carrots, showed benefits.

This study gives a public health message of '5-a-day,' meaning people should ideally consume five servings of fruit and vegetable each day. 

This amount helps in the prevention of major chronic diseases also.

This research provides strong evidence for the lifelong benefits of eating fruits and vegetables and suggests a goal amount to consume daily for ideal health. 

Fruits and vegetables are naturally packaged sources of nutrients that can be included in most meals and snacks, and they are essential for keeping our teeth healthy.

BY,

DR.RENJU T GEORGE,

INDIA.