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Dental caries
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
plaque builds up on teeth
facial oedema
formation of cavities
MANAGEMENT
use of flouride to prevent mouthwash
Prevention of decay through good oral care
Do a root canal therapy involving removal of pulp
advise on regular dental checkups
DEFINITION
dissolution of organic of matrix of the teeth
De-calcification of mineral components
CAUSES
high concentration of lactic acid
demineralization causing caries
infection of the pulp by bacteria
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
lack of calcium
poor dental hygiene
DIET
food high in vitamin A
green vegetables e.g spinach
Pumpkins
RELATED PHARMACOTHERAPY
crowns-reparing the damaged tooth
antibiotics
filing-removing the dead material and replacing it
analgesics for pain
