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I was told my teeth became calcified as a result of long term use of prednisone. I also developed severe osteoporosis. I was told that if you dont take proper care of your teeth they can become calcified.
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What is subgingival calculus?
Calculus is calcified dental plaque, commonly called tartar, and subgingival calculus is tartar found on the roots of the teeth below the gumline.
What do you call tooth tissue?
Dentin (BE: dentine ) is a calcified tissue of the body, and along with enamel, cementum, and pulp is one of the four major components of teeth.
When was Calcified Tissue International created?
Calcified Tissue International was created in 1967.
How many root canals in wisdom teeth?
One. Had the same tooth (#10) done today. the canal was calcified, and the procedure took an hour. The dentist said I did not need the shot to numb it.. but had him do it anyways. Glad i did. More drilling and filing , and probing than expected, because of the calcified canal. It was a successful.
What are calcified Fibroids?
Calcified fibroids are tumors that outgrow their own blood supple leading to degeneration.
How the tongue survive the teeth?
The tongue is able to survive in close proximity to the teeth because they are made of different types of tissues. While the teeth are calcified structures made of dentin and enamel, the tongue is composed of muscles covered by a specialized mucous membrane. This allows the tongue to move freely and withstand contact with the teeth without being damaged.
How do you treat a person who has calcified hilar adenopathy?
Calcified hilar adenopathy needs no treatment as such. So many times the primary complex get calcified. You may need treatment for some associated finding.
Why are surface of teeth harder than bones?
The enamel is the hardest substance in the body because it contains hydroxyapatite (crystalline calcium phosphate), a very highly calcified and hard organic material.
Can a tampon be mistaken for a calcified fibroid?
No, a tampon can't be mistaken for a calcified fibroid. A tampon would be in the vagina - it can't make its way to the uterus. It doesn't have the same texture/appearance on ultrasound as a calcified fibroid, either.
What happens When an osteoblast becomes surrounded by calcified extracellular material?
former osteoblasts that have become surrounded in bone matrix that is calcified
What is calcified pancreas?
A calcified pancreas is the result of having chronic pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and commonly occurs in alcoholics.
Is the xiphoid calcified or cartilaginous in children?
cartilaginous
