Day: November 17, 2024

WHAT IS THIS MEDICATION FOR? HOW SHOULD I TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I FORGET TO TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I TAKE WHEN TAKING OR USING THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME RARE BUT SERIOUS SIDE-EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY? WHAT FOOD OR MEDICATION SHOULD I AVOID WHEN I TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? HOW SHOULD I STORE THIS MEDICATION? HOW DO I THROW AWAY THIS MEDICATION SAFELY? DISCLAIMER Medication Information Leaflet What is this medication for? Dexamethasone belongs

WHAT IS THIS MEDICATION FOR? HOW SHOULD I TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I FORGET TO TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I TAKE WHEN TAKING OR USING THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME RARE BUT SERIOUS SIDE-EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY? WHAT FOOD OR MEDICATION SHOULD I AVOID WHEN I TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? HOW SHOULD I STORE THIS MEDICATION? HOW DO I THROW AWAY THIS MEDICATION SAFELY? DISCLAIMER Medication Information Leaflet What is this medication for? Desvenlafaxine belongs

WHAT IS THIS MEDICATION FOR? HOW SHOULD I TAKE OR USE THIS MEDICATION? WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I TAKE WHEN TAKING OR USING THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICATION? WHAT ARE SOME RARE BUT SERIOUS SIDE-EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY? HOW SHOULD I STORE THIS MEDICATION? HOW DO I THROW AWAY THIS MEDICATION SAFELY? DISCLAIMER Medication Information Leaflet What is this medication for? Dequalinium lozenges have an antiseptic effect and are used to help with symptoms of sore throat. How should I take or use this medication? Suck on Dequalinium lozenges according

Are dental X-rays safe, or should you be concerned about the radiation in dental X-rays? A dental X-ray is a useful diagnostic tool for detecting cavities in teeth, as well as bone and gum disorders, such as gingivitis. Your dentist may also recommend X-rays to have a baseline to identify any changes later. Specific teeth X-rays may be taken for record-keeping before a certain treatment is done. While dental X-rays are generally safe, they do involve a low level of radiation exposure. This means the risk of a harmful effect is low — but it still exists. However, X-ray equipment in Singapore undergoes routine checks

TYPES OF DENTAL TRAUMA CAUSES DIAGNOSIS TREATMENT TRAUMA OUTCOME PROGNOSIS PREVENTION Dental trauma is injury to the mouth, including teeth, lips, gums, tongue, and jawbones. Soft tissue injuries to the mouth and dental trauma are typically very painful and should receive prompt treatment. The most common dental trauma is a broken or lost tooth. Teeth have an outer hard enamel layer, and the dentine is the part of a tooth between the enamel and the pulp. The pulp is the living centre of the tooth and is made up of delicate blood vessels, nerve tissue and cells. If you sustain any

OUR SERVICES GENERAL DENTISTRY SERVICES SPECIALIST DENTAL SERVICES CORPORATE ENQUIRIES Find general dentistry services, dental orthodontics and specialist treatments at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. With an experienced team of professionals, Dental@TTSH is committed to meeting your dental needs with customised healthcare solutions. Dental@TTSH provides general dentistry services as well as specialist treatments like gum treatment and maxillofacial surgery for adults and children (12 years old and above).  Our Services Providing quality care and services to our patients is our utmost commitment. Make your first appointment to consult with our experienced dental experts here: Clinic Appointment Request Form   General Dentistry Services Routine dental check-up

WHAT CAUSES TOOTH DECAY? SIGNS OF TOOTH DECAY DIAGNOSIS OF DENTAL CARIES TOOTH DECAY TREATMENT HOW TO PREVENT TOOTH DECAY Dental caries, or tooth decay, is caused by acid erosion of tooth enamel. What Causes Tooth Decay? The human mouth contains many different types of bacteria, which can gradually build up, forming plaque. The plaque bacteria convert the sugar and carbohydrates in food particles into acids which dissolve the minerals on the surface of the tooth, eroding the enamel or creating pits or dental cavities called dental caries. Early caries may be reversed if the acid damage is stopped and

BENEFITS OF DENTAL BRACES ORTHODONTIC BRACES AT ANY AGE ORTHODONTIC BRACES TREATMENT DURATION DEPENDS ON DISTANCE TYPES OF ORTHODONTIC BRACES HOW ORTHODONTIC BRACES WORK ORTHODONTIC BRACES CARE AND MAINTENANCE Orthodontic braces or dental braces not only fix your teeth, but they also improve your dental health. Benefits of Dental Braces Sometimes called ‘railway tracks’ because of their appearance, the nickname for orthodontic braces is suitably apt for another reason: they keep your teeth on track to develop into a straight and even row. More importantly, apart from aesthetic reasons and added self-confidence, braces can impart functional and dental health benefits,

WHAT IS THE DENGUE VACCINE USED FOR? WHO SHOULD RECEIVE THE DENGUE VACCINE? WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I FOLLOW BEFORE RECEIVING THE DENGUE VACCINE? HOW IS THE DENGUE VACCINE GIVEN? WHAT ARE SOME COMMON SIDE-EFFECTS OF THE DENGUE VACCINE? WHAT ARE SOME RARE BUT SERIOUS SIDE-EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY? DISCLAIMER Vaccine Information Leaflet What is the Dengue Vaccine Used for?  Dengue is spread by bites from an infected mosquito. Dengue is not contagious and does not spread directly from person to person. Symptoms of dengue include fever, severe headache with pain behind the eyes, joint and

DENGUE FEVER IN SINGAPORE HOW DENGUE SPREADS DENGUE FEVER SYMPTOMS WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE DENGUE FEVER TREATMENT FOR DENGUE FEVER PRECAUTIONS YOU CAN TAKE DENGUE SURVEILLANCE DATA Dengue fever is caused by infection with a dengue virus. There are four serotypes of dengue virus (DENV1-4) circulating in the world. Learn about dengue in Singapore, how it spreads, its symptoms and prevention. Dengue Fever in Singapore For the latest dengue situation in Singapore, please refer to the Ministry of Health’s (MOH) weekly infectious disease bulletin   How Dengue Spreads It is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito

COPING WITH DEMENTIA DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUPS IN SINGAPORE Coping with dementia is challenging — both for patients and caregivers. Here’s how dementia support groups in Singapore can help.   Coping with Dementia Being diagnosed with dementia, a set of conditions characterised by a decline of one’s mental capacity, is not just difficult for people with the disease, it also poses significant levels of stress for those caring for them. Dementia Support Groups in Singapore Dementia support groups from Khoo Teck Phuat Hospital (KTPH) and the National Neuroscience Institute may provide significant comfort and practical advice to your loved one struggling

ADL AND OLD AGE MANAGING ELDERLY DEMENTIA AND DAILY ACTIVITIES FOR THE ELDERLY Elderly dementia can make activities of daily living (ADL) challenging. Caregivers can provide proper senior care and encourage independence in seniors. ADL and Old Age As dementia progresses, there is a steady deterioration of abilities, including the capacity to perform activities of daily living, or ADL for short. ADL such as eating, dressing, showering, and eventually even using the toilet may be affected as dementia patients gradually forget daily routines and lose their abilities to perform such activities. Caregivers play a vital role in helping those with

ABOUT “FORGET US NOT” — THE DEMENTIA CARE INITIATIVE FACTS ABOUT DEMENTIA IN SINGAPORE: CONDITION AND PREVALENCE COMMON PROBLEMS FACED BY PERSONS WITH DEMENTIA In Singapore, one in 10 people aged 60 and above have dementia. Here’s how the “Forget Us Not” initiative provides dementia care. The number of persons with dementia in Singapore is rising, with a nationwide study by the Institute of Mental Health revealing that one in 10 people aged 60 and above in Singapore is living with dementia. Lest we forget those grappling with the medical condition, Lien Foundation and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital have launched an

PREVALENCE OF DELIRIUM RISKS OF DELIRIUM IMPORTANCE OF DETECTING DELIRIUM IDENTIFYING DELIRIUM SYMPTOMS OF DELIRIUM MANAGEMENT OF DELIRIUM OPTIMISING THE PATIENT’S ENVIRONMENT INVOLVING THE FAMILY TREATMENT OF DELIRIUM Understanding the signs and symptoms of delirium is key to an early diagnosis, which is crucial for treating and resolving the condition.   For centuries, physical illness has been known to be associated with a sudden and dramatic change in the mental state of some individuals. Such patients can often display a range of frightening symptoms, with disturbances in orientation, consciousness, and perceptions.  This condition is best known by the term delirium, derived

WHAT IS DEHYDRATION? OLDER ADULTS AND DEHYDRATION RISK SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION HEALTH PROBLEMS FROM NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER HOW MUCH WATER TO DRINK SOURCES OF FLUIDS TIPS TO AVOID DEHYDRATION Learn more about dehydration symptoms and useful tips on how to prevent it. What is Dehydration?   Dehydration happens when your body loses too much water or does not have enough water to work normally. Drinking enough water is important for controlling your body temperature and getting rid of waste. Dehydration is when you do not drink enough or lose too much water without replacing it.  Older Adults and Dehydration Risk