Sentences with phrase «significant oral disease»

On a daily basis, we find patients with significant oral disease, including periodontal disease, loose, fractured teeth, and oral tumors.

Even a small amount of staining and plaque will harbor bacteria and over time may result in significant oral disease.

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«These 2 studies add to the armamentarium of all - oral interferon - free regimens that have revolutionized management of hepatitis C, not only for patients who are treatment naive with no significant liver disease but also for those who are treatment experienced and those with cirrhosis,» writes Hari Conjeevaram, M.D., M.Sc., of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, in an accompanying editorial.

Examination at the time of diagnosis of Lyme disease revealed no significant differences by RFLP type in regard to size or duration of the primary erythema migrans lesion, oral temperature, or presence of lym phadenopathy (table 2).

One randomized, double - blind, placebo - controlled trial has shown that oral magnesium supplementation (30 mmol elemental magnesium / d) for 6 mo resulted in a significant improvement in endothelium - dependent brachial artery flow — mediated vasodilation in 50 patients with coronary artery disease (21), which indicates a direct effect of magnesium intake on endothelial function.

Lack of oral hygiene is probably the most significant reason for the development of periodontal disease in companion animals.

«We have a significant proportion of patients that don't respond to available treatments, which puts them at greater risk for oral cancer as a result of poorly controlled disease,» Fazel said.

Endodontic disease can result in significant oral pain and decreased quality of life regardless of the clinical signs that pets may or may not show.

Sonny had also developed significant gum disease resulting in oral bone loss and loss of support around his teeth.

This stage of oral disease is associated with significant pain and spread of bacteria throughout the body.

Of these, lack of oral hygiene is probably the most significant reason for the development of periodontal disease in companion animals.

Our veterinarians then go over any abnormalities on the oral exam and may request dental x-rays to see if further treatment is needed, since many teeth that look normal on the outside can have significant disease under the gum line.

If any significant tooth or oral disease is found during the oral exam, your veterinarian may recommend surgical extraction of diseased teeth or address other abnormalities, such as oral masses that may require removal or biopsy.