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Standards and Best Practice With all of the increased media attention on infection outbreaks such as AIDS and multi-drug resistant strains of viruses, it's no wonder people have heightened concerns about infection control during a medical procedure. Gloves, gowns and masks are required to be worn

Pain and swelling in the face, jaw, or neck may be a sign of a tooth or gum infection. If left untreated, it could lead to a more serious, even life-threatening condition. Severe infections that do not respond to antibiotics or your body’s natural healing process could require treatment. That treatment

Because the face is such a visible feature on the human body, cuts and lacerations can have a lasting impact if not treated properly. Maxillofacial surgery is sometimes used to repair broken bones in the face. Fractured jaws are a popular candidate for maxillofacial surgery. In most cases, surgery to

Types of facial trauma Facial injuries can range from facial cuts and lacerations to more serious problems such as broken teeth and fractured facial bones, including those of the lower jaw, upper jaw, palate, cheekbones, and eye sockets. These injuries can affect sight and the ability to breathe, speak,

Does mercury in the silver fillings in your mouth pose any long-term health risks? Does fluoride, in spite of everything we've been told since childhood, actually cause more harm than good? What does the latest research reveal about tobacco use on your overall oral health? This section is dedicated

Temporomandibular joint problems The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the ball-and-socket joint on each side of your jaw. This joint connects the lower jaw to the skull near the front of the ear. A properly formed TMJ allows the jaw to move smoothly in various directions, and plays an important role

People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw, which left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. One of the most common jaw disorders is related to a problem with the temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your

Jaw surgery, which is also called orthognathic surgery, is intended to correct unequal jaw growth. In some instances, people who have poorly aligned teeth and an improper bite may be treated by orthodontic methods (braces or other appliances). During corrective jaw surgery, the individual’s upper and/or