Life-threatening oro-facial infections

Four cases of oro-facial infection leading to life-threatening complications are reported. Although all had been treated with antibiotics prior to con-sultation; lack of surgical intervention had allowed the infection to progress. These cases are a re-minder that acute spreading odontogenic infection can be life-threatening. Definitive treatment in-cludes airway management; adequate resuscitation and optimization of pre-existing medical condi-tions prior to removal of the source of infection and drainage of pus. High dose intravenous antibi-otics should be administered; with the initial choice of antibiotics modified in the light of sub-sequent bacteriological reports. The treatment of all odontogenic infections must include removal of the focus of infection; and drainage of pus

Proper Daily Brushing and Flossing

"The only way to keep teeth and gums healthy and attractive is to completely remove the film of bacteria (""PLAQUE"") that builds up on every surface of every tooth everyday. How you do that is less important than that you do it thoroughly. Generally; brushing puls flossing is the easiest and best way to get the bacterial film off. Here are some helpful tips to save frustration; and; in the long run; your teeth because unless you can remove the bacterial products that result in dental decay and periodontal disease."

Dental tips

This paper deals with bacteria which cause dental diseases. The most common term for colonies of bacteria living around teeth and gums is plaque. To keep mouth in good conditions people have to follow oral hygiene