How often should we go for a dental checkup?
It’s a standard recommendation that both children and adults visit a dentist every six months to clean and oral exam.
That because of dentist find its to be safest amount of time to detect oral health
Most people who practice good oral care need to see the dentist every six months.
Your dentist may want you to come in more frequently for a cleaning and exam if you fall under the categories like:
Your pregnant: fluctuating hormones can put expecting moms at greater risk for developing gum diseases and cavities
Cancer patients: cancer medications can dry out the mouth and put patients at greater risk for oral health conditions.
Diabetic: Diabetic can contribute to gum and oral health problems
Smoker: Using tobacco can cause gum disease, and healing after a dental procedure is also improper
Heart patient: Oral health matters when it comes to preventing heart disease as bacteria in the mouth can make their way to the heart. People with poor oral health have a higher risk of cv problems compared to people with healthy mouths.
Safety and x-rays:
Dental x rays procedure techniques have been refined over time to minimize the exposure to protective radiation techniques possible to ensure patient safety. Lead aprons reduce the exposure of x-rays radiation to the body’s trunk and lead thyroid collars to protect the thyroid.
How much radiation is in a dental x-ray?
Single dental digital radiation x rays have: 0.1 mrem per year
Natural radiation from soil: 35 mrem per year
Smoking cigarettes: 1300 mrem per year
Drinking water: 5 mrem per year
Using natural gas for heating and cooking: 9 mrem per year
Who need dental x-rays?
Caries tooth
Infection between teeth
During the dental procedure
Bone loss condition
Diagnosis purpose
Are dental X-rays safe? How?
Dental x-rays are a general dental examination procedure. Many dental problems are invisible to the naked eye. X-rays can help dentists evaluate gingival health, infection related to the tooth-root region, and jawbones’ condition.
Dental X-rays are safe, and these are very useful for the diagnosis of oral health conditions.
How much walking or exercise do I need after the surgery?
You have to walk for a minimum of 20-30 minutes daily after surgery, which can be further increased after 4-6 weeks of surgery.
Will I require a Blood Transfusion during surgery?
It depends upon the pre-operative Hemoglobin levels of the patient. If it is above 12gm/dl, the requirement of blood during surgery is 0-1 bottle. But we always arrange four bottles as standby.
Can I live a long life after Bypass Surgery?
Sure, you live long, provided the surgery is done within the right time and for the correct indication.
What are the restrictions after Open Heart Surgery?
Avoid weight lifting and driving for three months.
What are the side effects of Open Heart Surgery?
Like any other operation, the patient has a risk of infection and bleeding.
