DISEASE AND CONDITIONS

disease and conditions

• Oral Cancer: This develops on the lips, tongue, base, the tissue lining the mouth or cheeks, the roof of the mouth, gums, and the area towards the throat or the extreme back of the mouth. Though tobacco, smoking, and alcohol are largely linked to the cause of oral cancer, age, sun exposure, and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are also major contributors to it. 
• Noma: It is an orofacial gangrene that is generally seen in malnourished children. The disease destroys mucous membranes within the mouth and other tissues and subsequently destroys the mouth and the face. The disease may start from simple inflammation and reddening of gums and graduate to different stages. The first stage is Acute necrotizing gingivitis, the second is Edema, the third stage is Gangrene, the fourth is Scarring and the fifth is Sequelae. 
• Oro-Dental Trauma: This refers to an injury to the teeth, mouth, oral cavity, or bone that holds the tooth sockets. Chipped teeth, tooth fractures, teeth jammed into sockets, jaw fractures, and lacerations of lips and gums are some examples of oro-dental trauma. The trauma could be a result of accidents, hard falls, vehicle collisions, sports, or any other similar abuse to the teeth.
• Periodontal Diseases: These are a result of infections and inflammation of the gums and bones that support the teeth. These occur due to bacteria in the mouth causing inflammation leading to periodontal diseases and are majorly found in adults and increase with age. This could lead to tender or bleeding gums, bad breath, sensitive teeth, and so on.