Digestive Disorders Oral Disorders

Digestive System Purpose: To break down food and absorb nutrients Consists of two major parts: Alimentary tract (GI tract) Digestive organs

Digestive System

Carries out 6 basic functions: ingestion, secretion, propulsion, digestion, absorption, defecation Problems may arise during any of these functions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QYwscALNng

Oral Disorders Oral Cancer May form in any part of the mouth or throat Usually begins on the tongue or the floor of the mouth

Contributing Risk Factors: Male Over the age of 40 Tobacco use Drinker Sun exposure (for lip cancer)

Symptoms White or red patches in your mouth Mouth sore that will not heal Bleeding Loose teeth Problems or pain with swallowing A lump in the neck Earache

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Oral Cancer on the Tongue

Treatment: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy

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Periodontal Diseases Diseases of the gum Periodontal: “around the tooth” Chronic bacterial infections that affect the gums and bones supporting the teeth

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Gingivitis Mildest form of periodontal disease Causes gums to become red, swollen, and bleed easily Reversible Usually a result of poor oral hygiene

If left untreated, it can turn into periodontitis Plaque grows and spreads below the gum line Bacteria in plaque produce toxins and irritate the gums and supporting bones Tissue and bone that support the teeth are damaged then destroyed

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There are many forms of periodontitis “Trench Mouth” or necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis Infection characterized by necrosis of gingival tissue, ligaments, or bone

Tends to develop rapidly Often more painful than other gum diseases Usually seen in patients who are malnourished, immune-suppressed, or HIV positive Called “Trench Mouth” because it was often seen in WWI soldiers who fought in the trenches

Treatment Dentist will remove necrosed tissue Keep area clean Rinse mouth with salt water or antibacterial mouthwash Avoid smoking and alcohol