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Abnormal quantities of mineral elements in calcified tissue.  

Abnormally increased blood sugar. Usually increased or high blood glucose when typically >11.1 mmol/L; however, symptoms may not be noticeable until even higher values are reached, such as 15–20 mmol/L. A patient with a consistent range between ~5.6 and ~7 mmol/L is considered hyperglycemic, values >7 mmol/L are considered a state of diabetes. Chronic levels…

A dysesthesia consisting of increased sensitivity, particularly a painful sensation from a normally painless touch stimulus. Increased sensitivity to stimulation such as pressure or touch, resulting in pain. An increased sensitivity to sensory stimuli, such as pain or touch.  

An excessive accumulation of blood in a tissue due to vascular engorgement. Is the increased blood flow that occurs when tissue is active. An increased amount of blood that expands or distends the blood vessels. Increased blood in part of the body, caused by inflammatory response or blockage of blood outflow; the skin typically becomes…

An excessive deposition of cementum.  

The administration of oxygen in an enclosed space at greater than atmospheric pressure; also called hyperbaric oxygen therapy. A technique for exposing a patient to oxygen at high pressure. It is used to treat carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, and acute breathing difficulties. It is also used in some cases during heart surgery. Administration of…

Therapy used in irradiated cancer patients to improve wound healing and osseointegration of implants. Administration of 100% oxygen under increased atmospheric pressure (usually 2 atm or 10 m sea water). The elevated partial pressure of oxygen to tissues has been shown to improve angiogenesis, bone metabolism, and success of osseointegration. It has been recommended that…

Treatment modality where a patient is placed in a pressurized (hyperbaric) chamber that allows for the delivery of oxygen in high concentrations for therapeutic benefits. It is sometimes used prior to implant therapy for patients who underwent radiation therapy in the head and neck areas, to reduce the risks of osteoradionecrosis. In a specialized chamber,…

An enclosed space or tube that accommodates a patient and subjects the patient to ambient gas pressures >1 atm. Chamber in which the oxygen pressure is higher than in the atmosphere; used to treat carbon monoxide poisoning, diving accidents, burns, infections (particularly gas gangrene), and certain breathing disorders. An airtight enclosure strong enough to withstand…