Mouth/Dental- Level 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Halitosis
A
Bad/fowl smelling breath
2
Q
Sublingual Edema
A
Swelling to the area below the tongue which can indicate Ludwig’s angina may lead to difficulty breathing and airway blockage due to the swelling
3
Q
Trismus
A
Inability to open the mouth completely, usually due to stiffness or spasms of the jaw muscles.