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Why Lips Turn Blue or Purple, Is It Serious?

 Blue or purple lips can be a sign of a medical condition that requires attention, as it may indicate a lack of oxygen in the bloodstream or poor circulation. Here are a few possible causes:   1. Cyanosis: This occurs when there is a reduced amount of oxygen in the blood. It can be caused by respiratory problems, such as asthma, pneumonia, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cyanosis can also result from heart conditions, such as congenital heart defects or heart failure.   2. Raynaud's disease: This condition affects blood circulation and causes the blood vessels in the extremities, including the lips, to narrow or constrict when exposed to cold temperatures or stress. This can result in blue or purple lips.   3. Hypothermia: Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia, where the body loses heat faster than it can produce it. This can cause the lips to turn blue or purple, along with other symptoms like shivering, confusion, and drowsine

Why does bone spur (bone spicule) stick out in your gum?

  Bone spur in your gum can happen spontaneously or because of surgical dental treatment that you have recently done. If you have performed a  tooth extraction , undergone an oral surgery on jawbone or periodontal part of your gum taken certain medications to treat bone disorders and diseases like bisphosphonate drugs performed radiation or chemotherapy ·          you are more likely see a sharp bone that appears out of gums and soft tissues in your mouth. This doesn’t usually happen but bone spur exists in the location of your previous oral surgical procedure. ·          What is a bone spur (bone spicule)? ·          Bone spur, also called bone spicule, is the appearance of bony parts in your gum’s soft tissue. Bone spicule is like an extra piece of bone that is trapped in your gum and can cause pain, infection, swelling in its site in your gum. Bone spur is caused due to diseases, oral surgery (e.g. tooth extraction), medications and dental injury . Bone

Broken Permanent Retainer: Now What?

 If your permanent retainer broken or the glue came off, don’t worry as this is something that can happen. But keep in mind that you need to reach out to your orthodontist without delay within days. Permanent retainers have an important job of keeping the teeth aligned after braces or Invisalign. So, you sure don’t want your beautiful smile and straight teeth to be affected by a broken retainer. This article will help you know what causes permanent retainer breaking, what you can do about it, and how is it repaired or replaced by your orthodontist. Why do permanent retainers break? A  permanent retainer  is a piece of metal wire that is bonded with composite resin to the back side of the teeth, in the bottom or top teeth. Permanent retainers can last up to 20 years with good care. However, they can also be prone to longtime wear and tear, getting debonded, or breakage. The main risk factors that cause a broken permanent retainer include: Biting into hard foods or che