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What Are Tonsil Stones And How To Get Rid of Them
Coping With The Frustration Of Oral Thrush
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Oral thrush may coat the tongue and look very much like curdled milk or cottage cheese. It can also create angry looking red lesions. And there may be some redness, soreness, and cracking at the corners of your mouth, as well as difficulty swallowing.
What Causes Sensitive Teeth?
Periodontitis And Lifestyle Changes
How Does Gum Disease Start And What Are The Signs?
Reviewed by Ray Spotts
Gum disease is a fairly common condition that has many different facets and degrees. The beginning stage of gum disease - typically gingivitis - results in red or swollen gums. This usually happens when the health of your gums are not kept in good condition. Oral health is the most crucial part of preventing your gums from becoming vulnerable to outside forces and pesky bacteria. Here are some common things you should look out for that may indicate you are suffering from gum disease.
Types Of Periodontitis Treatments
Prevent And Treat Dental Abscesses
How To Prevent Periodontitis
Reviewed by Ray Spotts
Did you know that preventing periodontitis is the primary concern of your dental hygienist? There is a reason that she is always nagging her patients to brush and floss each day. Periodontitis begins as gingivitis, and if the symptoms arent addressed early on they can easily result in damaging consequences. In order to prevent periodontitis you must have exceptional oral hygiene, and reassess what you are already doing to ensure youre doing it the right way. Here we will review everything your hygienist wants you to know about preventing the invasive dental disease known as periodontitis.
Receding Gums Remedies And Lifestyle Changes
Oral Thrush In Babies
How To Treat Sore Gums
Reviewed by Ray Spotts
Sore gums are typically caused by bacteria in the mouth, which cause gum inflammation, redness, swelling and soreness. Early on this is known as gingivitis, but it can develop into serious gum disease. Because sore gums are usually related to gum infections you should treat sore gums the same way that you would when you're treating gingivitis.