The body’s process of responding to disease and injury
A raised area, usually oval or circular in shape, that is fluid filled.
A lesion caused by bleeding from a ruptured blood vessel, which appears as a raised bruised area due to the collection of localized , clotted blood
A concentrated area of pus formed as a result of infection by microorganisms.
A fluid or semi-solid fluid-filled sac. Normally occur as a result of a duct leading from a fluid-forming gland becoming blocked.
A fluid or semi-solid fluid-filled sac. Normally occur as a result of a duct leading from a fluid-forming gland becoming blocked.
A spot of different texture or color on the skin
Caused by bleeding within underlying tissue. Associated with ecchymosis, bruises, and petechiae
A tumor that is filled with granulation tissue. Can be either malignant (life threatening) or benign (non-life threatening)
An infection caused by a bacterium. Poor oral hygiene or microorganisms obtaining access to the bone through the dental socket after a tooth removal are thought to be contributing factors.
An infection caused by a bacterium. Poor oral hygiene or microorganisms obtaining access to the bone through the dental socket after a tooth removal are thought to be contributing factors.
Type 1 appears above the waist, Type 2 may appear in the oral cavity but normally below the waist. Usually transmitted through physical contact and is seen normally in children around the age of 6 as herpetic gingivostomatitis. Dental assistants must exert extreme care while working with patients who have herpes. Stretching and pulling of the lesion causes the patient significant discomfort. Also you must pay special attention to eliminating cross-contamination and maintain asepsis.
Common ulcerations that recur in the oral cavity. Referred to by patients as canker sores and not contagious. Heredity, trauma, stress, food allergens, and hormonal changes are associated with the recurrence of this ulceration.
Common name for the fungal infection of candidiasis in children. The white covering can be removed by wiping it with a 2x2 gauze. Treatment is to wipe the involved area and apply topical antifungal drugs to the area.
An ill-fitting denture can cause small ulcers that, after continued irritation, become folds of excess tissue.
When amalgam particles become trapped in the tissue.
The placement of the aspirin causes a lesion that is white in color and rough in texture. Soreness is apparant after the aspirin is removed and prior to complete healing.
Due to chewing tobacco.
A condition in which the filiform papillae of the tongue become elongated and appear like hairs. Becomes stained by tobacco, food or other microorganisms, making it appear dark in color. Is treated by rinses, and antibiotics.
When the connective tissue grows over the teeth. A number of substances can cause this condition: plaque, orthodontic braces, and various drugs.
Overgrowth of granulation tissue occurs as a result of local irritation. The cause is hormonal disturbances, and the lesion may grow back if the situation continues.
The tooth, cementum, or dentin fuses with the alveolar bone, restricting movement of the tooth as well as eruption.
The enamel and dentin of two or more individual teeth join together.
The teeth are abnormally small.
Extra teeth
Boney outgrowth of tissue in the oral cavity that are benign in nature.
Where the linual frenum is attached near the tip of the tongue.
Lack of Vitamin B. Inflammation of the tongue. The filiform papillae on the tongue are absent, and the tongue appears to be smooth, hence the name “bald tongue.”
Benign tumor of connective tissue cells.
A diffuse blue-purple in color, appear all over the body, especially on the face, arms, and the palate. Unusual malignant vascular tumor
The tissues present with bleeding, infection, pain, and a foul odor. Primarily seen in young adults and adolescents. Poor hygiene, lack of sleep, poor nutrition and stress.
Red, smooth patches absent of filliform papillae. The area of the patches make up an ever-changing pattern on the tongue that resembles a map of the world.
Anorexia Nervosa- loss of 15 percent of body weigh and an intense fear of fat, Bulmia-episodes of out-of-control eating followed by purging
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