After a Tooth Extraction: Caring for Your Mouth

When you've had a tooth removed (extracted), you need to take care of your mouth. Doing certain things, even on the first day, may help you feel better and heal faster. Read on to learn more.

Treating Sensitive Teeth

See your dentist if you have sensitive, painful teeth. Your dentist will examine your teeth to find the cause of your tooth sensitivity. Then they'll advise a treatment plan.

Anatomy of the Brain

Learn about the brain, its parts, each part's functions, and how the brain is protected.

Asthma and Pregnancy

When you're pregnant and have an asthma flare-up, it affects both you and your baby. The baby gets oxygen from your blood to grow and develop normally. Severe asthma can cause problems getting oxygen to your baby.

Acute Bronchitis

Follow up with your healthcare provider as you are told. You will likely feel better in a week or 2. But a dry cough can linger beyond that time. Let your healthcare provider know if you still have symptoms (other than a dry cough) after 2 weeks.

Menopause: Effects of Low Estrogen Levels

When your estrogen level falls, you may have symptoms. You also may be at a greater risk for osteoporosis and heart disease. Your diet, family health history, lifestyle, and other factors affect your symptoms and risks.

Preventing Kidney Stones

If you've had a kidney stone, you may worry that you'll have another. Removing or passing your stone doesn't prevent future stones. But with your health care provider's help you can reduce your risk of forming new stones.