What is a Periodontist?
...and maintains its position in the maxilla and mandible (bones of the skull). This set of tissues is called periodontium and is composed of alveolar bone, root cement, periodontal ligament,...
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What is Mandibulectomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition & Overview A mandibulectomy is a surgical procedure wherein the mandible (jawbone), or a part of it, is removed. It is typically performed to treat oral and jaw cancer...
What is Vertebroplasty: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...of cement into a fractured part of a vertebral column (spine or backbone) to fuse fragments, reduce pain, and stabilise and strengthen broken bones. The vertebral column refers to the...
What is Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...pelvis and other bones in the body, including the spine. It is also known as percutaneous pinning. A fracture refers to a break in a bone commonly resulting from accidents,...
What is Application of Interdental Fixation Device: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...patient does not qualify for tooth-borne devices, doctors will use bone-borne devices. Bone-borne appliances work through bone-to-bone fixation. Some examples of these devices include: IMF (intermaxillary fixation) screws – These...
Blood Tests for Uterine Cancer: Which Ones Detect It?
...test can definitively diagnose uterine cancer. You will need additional tests, like imaging and biopsy, to confirm a diagnosis. Your doctor will perform a biopsy by removing a small tissue...
What is Acute Gastritis?
...confirmed by taking a biopsy sample from the stomach lining. This is essential for making the correct diagnosis. Therefore, treatment depends on the underlying cause revealed in the biopsy results....
What is Iron Deficiency (Anemia)?
...Bone marrow biopsy (where a small portion of bone marrow is removed and sent for tests) The doctor may need to differentiate the diagnosis of iron deficiency from other conditions...
Zieve’s Syndrome: Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis
...such as: bilirubin alkaline phosphatase gamma-glutamyl lactate dehydrogenase reticulocytes (immature red blood cells) A bone marrow biopsy may be performed in some cases. Zieve’s syndrome treatment Zieve’s syndrome is primarily...
What is Achilles Tendonitis?
...at the point where the tendon attaches, or inserts, to the heel bone. Bone spurs, projections that develop along bone edges, also known as osteophytes may form in cases of...