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The orbit is a solid structure that contains the eyeball, fat, muscles, vessels, and nerves. The orbit is a solid structure that contains the eyeball, fat, muscles, vessels, and nerves. The maxillary sinus, ethmoid sinus, brain, and eye muscles surround the orbit. Orbital decompression involves removing or thinning of the orbital walls with or without …

Oral Brush Biopsy An oral brush biopsy is a technique to screen the oral cavity of individuals who have a high risk of developing mouth cancer. This technique collects cells from the deeper layers of the mucus membrane of the mouth. The procedure involves minimal pain and bleeding. Early detection can significantly improve survival rates in patients. Such patients require …

Nasal endoscopy or rhinoscopy is not a painful procedure; however, it may be slightly uncomfortable. Before nasal endoscopy, the doctor may spray the nose with a decongestant and local anesthesia to reduce the congestion and widen the area while stopping the patient from sneezing or discomfort. The patient may return home on the same day after the procedure. A doctor may …

What is a minimally invasive parathyroid surgery? Minimally invasive parathyroid surgery is a procedure in which the parathyroid gland is removed through a small incision. The procedure is usually performed using a video-assisted or endoscopic camera, where the surgeon uses a camera to magnify the view to remove the affected gland. Minimally invasive parathyroid surgery is usually considered in the …

The treatment of oral lesions involves the following steps: Diagnosis is usually made on clinical grounds with laboratory testing. Predisposing factors should be treated or eliminated where feasible. Good oral hygiene is important. Oral hygiene should include daily cleaning of the teeth, buccal cavity, tongue, and dentures. Topical antifungals given for 2 weeks are usually effective for uncomplicated oral candidiasis. …

What are the 4 different types of thyroid surgery? The thyroid gland is shaped like a butterfly and sits just below Adam’s apple. It is attached to the deeper neck structures (trachea and voice box) and elevates when we swallow. Thyroid surgery is major surgery. The extent of invasive surgery you require depends on the abnormality of the thyroid gland …

The palate is a structure that forms the roof of the mouth. The palate is a structure that forms the roof of the mouth. It is divided into two separate parts, namely, the “hard palate” and “soft palate.” The hard and soft palates separate the mouth (oral cavity) from the nasal cavity. What is the hard palate? The hard palate …

Mouth lesions are the abnormal patches, sores, or altered texture of the mouth lining. Mouth lesions are the abnormal patches, sores, or altered texture of the mouth lining. The various mouth lesions include cuts, lumps, bumps, or ulcers (firm white patches over the mouth, lips, gums, and throat). What are the signs and symptoms of mouth lesions? Pain is a …

Antibiotics are the first line of treatment for a mouth infection. The most common medicines used for a mouth infection include: Amoxicillin (drug of choice for mouth infection) Azithromycin Cefoxitin Metronidazole Penicillin Some other therapies for mouth infection include: Topical antifungals are given for 2 weeks, which are usually effective for uncomplicated oral candidiasis or thrush. Systemic antifungals may be …

Oral cancer develops in the lip, tongue, floor of the mouth, palate, gums, inner lining of the mouth, and throat. It accounts for 2-4% of the cancers diagnosed annually in the United States. The risk factors for developing oral cancer include tobacco consumption in any form (chewing or smoking), heavy alcohol consumption, a spicy food diet, recurrent trauma to the …