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Horner's Syndrome - Mnemonics @ Horny PAMELa

The features of Horner's Syndrome can be memorized using the mnemonic: Horny PAMELa. P- Ptosis  (Drooping of the upper eyelid) A- Anhydrosis : Loss of Sweating on affected side of the face M – Miosis : Constriction of Pupil E – Enophthalmos : Retraction of the Eyeball L – Loss of Ciliospinal Reflex, i.e. Pinching the skin on the nape of neck does not produce dilatation of the pupil CLICK HERE TO SHARE !!!

Benefits of Keeping Healthy Teeth and Oral Cavity

Most people realize today that teeth are integral part of esthetics and are paramount for an appealing appearance. But, having healthy teeth and oral cavity has more perks for you you might not have thought of. Let's see some of them 1. First thing that shows up whenever you open your mouth We are social animal and we communicate with each other. Communication is the gateway to build friendships, relationships, business partnerships, and every kind of other interpersonal relationships you can think of. What will be the impact when your first impression is not the best ? Nice white well aligned teeth not only impresses and engages your listener, it will also improve your self confidence and cheerfulness. 2. The organ we use every day, Thousands of times Not only to enjoy our favourite foods, we use our mouth and tongue to express our feelings via spoken words. But, how will it be when you can only half open your mouth because of the toothache that hurts every time you open u...

Oral Medicine and Radiology Question Paper - BPKIHS 4th Year BDS, VIII Sem, July 2018

Time - 1 Hour 20 minutes  Total Marks : 60 SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS SECTION - 'A' Maximum Marks - 30 1.  List all the factors controlling X ray beam and elaborate the factors affecting the beam quantity.  (2+3=5) 2. Enumerate four common imaging modalities for TMJ. Discuss transcranial projection in detail. (2+3=5) 3. Describe different Radiographic presentations of Malignancy.  (5) 4. Enumerate receptors used for digital imaging. Highlight the recent advances in digital imaging. (2+3=5) 5. Describe the pathogenesis of Oral submucous fibrosis with applied aspect in therapy. (3+2=5) 6. List the four methods of assessing Professionalism and Ethics in an individual and highlight any one. (2+3=5) SECTION 'B' MODIFIED ESSAY QUESTIONS Maximum Marks: 30 I. A 20-year-male complains of swelling in lower front region of the jaw. The swelling is insidious in onset and gradually increasing but asymptomatic. The left submandibular lymph node was...