Question 1

i have hdhd why do i need to tack pills?

Accepted Answer

ADHD: If you mean ADHD, then the reason you may need ot take pills is to help you focus. People with ADHD have a lot of trouble focusing on tasks and conversations. This can cause problems in school, work and personal relationships.

Question 2

i stepped on a sharp tack.. what can i do?

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Take it out!: (if you haven't already) and clean the area very well with soap & water.  If you've had a tetanus booster within 10 years, you're ok for that, but watch for signs of infection: redness, pain, swelling, pus, odor.  If you think you're getting an infection, go to your doctor right away.

If you're a diabetic or have poor circulation, see a podiatrist immediately.

Question 3

what are tartar?

Accepted Answer

Hardened plaque: Plaque forms around your teeth all the time.  If not removed it gets hardened by the minerals in your saliva.  Once it has turned into tarter it is much more difficult to remove.  It also becomes a surface for further plaque forms.  This threatens the health of your gums.

Question 4

how to get tartar off?

Accepted Answer

Almost impossible.: Tartar buildup needs to be professionally removed, otherwise you can do damage to your natural tooth if you use the wrong or over the counter dental instruments.  Tartar is a very hard substance and does not remove easily, otherwise you floss and toothbrush would remove it.

Question 5

how can you avoid tartar build-up?

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May or may not: Tartar accumulation is best minimized by careful oral hygiene. Brushing at least twice a day for two minutes and flossing at least once per day, preferably in the evening, helps to remove food and plaque from the teeth. In turn, if the teeth don't have any plaque on them, it is less likely that tartar will form from the calcification of the remaining plaque on the teeth.

Question 6

can you tell me about talar dome injury?

Accepted Answer

Talar dome: They are difficult to treat depending on the severity of the injury arthroscope can help synvisc (hylan g-f 20) injection can help and surgery to replace the defect with cadaver bone can help but truly once you have a severe talar dome injury there will be some level of arthritis in the ankle forever.

Question 7

can you die if you get your targus pierced?

Accepted Answer

Tragus?: Death from an ear piercing is not likely. The more common complications are infection leading to cartilage death and deformity. If you are going to get a piercing make sure to have a professional do it with sterile equipment and good hygiene.

Question 8

i can feel a cold coming on stop in tracks?

Accepted Answer

No shortcuts here: usually lasts 7-10 days. Try these hints:Force fluids x 8-10 glasses/day: 50% electrolyte rich fluids, 50% clear broth, bullion, consume .Warm water gargles, nasal saline mist, hot tea and honey, 
Hot steam showers, Cold-Eze Lozenges, Tylenol 1-2 TABLETS every 4-6 hours as needed for fever greater than 100. Tea with dark brown honey OK to use Robitussin DM 1-2 tsp. every 4-6 hrs.as needed.

Question 9

how long does it take for tartar to develop?

Accepted Answer

: Dental plaque takes several days to weeks to form following poor oral hygiene, and calcification can occur soon after. Calculus needs to be professionally removed by your dentist or hygienist.

More info here:
ref: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dental_pellicle
ref: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dental_plaque

Question 10

can bake soda help remove thin layer of tartar?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can help remove thin layer of plaque which is combination of bacteria, protein film layer on teeth and food debris. Effective for stain removal as well.

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