Oral Health

Are you considering getting Invisalign but not sure if it is worth it? Here we discuss the several benefits of Invisalign. Find out more here.

Are you considering seeing a private dentist in the UK? Find out here the benefits of seeing a private dentist and whether it is worth it for you.

I was searching for an inexpensive but effective electric toothbrush equipped with a good battery. After checking out the options available, I chose the Oclean Flow Sonic Electric Toothbrush. Here's my full review.

I was searching for an oral irrigator that could effectively clean between my teeth and beneath my gums. Because I often travel it was important that this device be portable, and battery-powered. The Oclean W10 Water flosser appeared to be a good fit.

Oral thrush is a disease of the mouth that is very uncomfortable and can become painful if left untreated. This disease primarily affects babies and people that are immune suppressed. This article lists the symptoms and the treatments, including the homeopathic ones.

Dry mouth is a common problem in many people, especially the elderly and women. More than 400 drugs are associated with dry mouth as a side effect. Most of these drugs are used for common systemic diseases.

What we often forget is that the mouth is made up of many different components, aside from our teeth. All of these components, if neglected, can develop various issues over time.

Keeping your gums healthy is more important than most realize. Gum disease has been linked to heart attacks. Here are ten foods that can keep your gums healthy and your teeth strong!

If you're thinking about getting dentures or have already set the date for your extractions, here are some things you need to know about what the first few weeks of having dentures are like.

Can you really cure cavities, or is it a big scam? Cut through the sensational internet stories and learn the truth about curing cavities.

Orthodontic work can be painful. Living with a palate expander can be difficult. But with a little patience, you can make it through the process and end up with a beautiful smile!

Those who fear dental procedures often have irrational fears that come to their minds. Bleeding to death from a pulled tooth is a common fear for many. Can this really happen? What are the odds?

Lumps sometimes appear in various places on the body. One common area is the roof of the mouth, but finding one is not necessarily a problem.

How to treat the symptoms of canker sores in your throat, mouth, or on your tonsils.

Broken or lost retainer? Afraid of the high cost of a replacement? A mail-order service can offer the same quality for less money than you would pay at the orthodontist. Here's what you need to know about Sporting Smiles.

Just had oral surgery? Had your wisdom teeth removed? What can you eat? Eating can be hard, and it is important for healing to eat only soft foods for a few days. With these suggestions, you won't get bored with food!

A swollen uvula can make it difficult to eat or swallow. Here are the characteristics of this condition, how to treat it, and how to recognize when it's an emergency.

Treating wisdom tooth pain is similar to treating regular teething pain or toothache. Based on my personal experience and research, here are a few handy tips to effectively relieve the pain.

Do you have amalgam mercury fillings? Amalgam fillings have been known to cause mercury toxicity and they have been banned in many European countries. Read on for the list of mercury poisoning symptoms are listed and other filling choices.

In this article, I review the most popular toothpastes for sensitive teeth. This article provides side-by-side comparisons of Sensodine, Pronamel, Colgate, Crest, and Squigle.

Wisdom teeth can be a pain—literally! Especially if they're impacted or have cavities. Here are a few effective ways I've discovered to stop the pain until you can get to the dentist for treatment.

Most tongue problems are harmless and resolve on their own. However, some may indicate a serious medical condition. Learn about the causes and symptoms of six common tongue problems.

The tongue is a unique part of the body, and health conditions can be found by looking at it.

Are you having your wisdom teeth extracted? Based on my own experience with this procedure, I'll share how to prepare, what to expect, and tips for a quick recovery.

A swollen tongue may be a minor problem but can be dangerous if it blocks the airway. Allergies, nutritional problems, trauma, and diseases can cause the disorder.

Dental plaque is made of bacteria living in a biofilm. Biofilms are protective structures that support the lives of microbes and make them harder to attack.

Do you have dry mouth? Learn how chronic dry mouth is related to cavities, why saliva is critical to a healthy mouth, and how to remedy the symptoms associated with a chronic dry mouth.

Trying to protect your teeth? Learn how much sugar and acid common drinks contain, how to minimize the damage from these drinks, what causes cavities to form, and how prevalent tooth decay really is.

Looking for the best sugar substitute? Check out this substitute that's actually a natural kind of sugar. Xylitol is sweeter than ordinary sugar, is safe for diabetics, and is naturally 5-6 times more effective at cavity prevention than fluoride. Find out more!

Find out what the white bumps in your throat are, how to get rid of them, and see some pictures of what they look like and how they compare to tonsillitis.

Read on to learn what causes a tooth to break, how to prevent it, and common treatments.

We all know how bad it hurts to bite your own mouth. But thankfully, the mouth is one of the fastest places in the body to heal. If you've bitten your tongue, lip, or inner cheek, here's what to do to get your mouth feeling better—fast.

Learn about the different types of dentures, including complete and partial removable denture fixtures, overdentures, implant-retained dentures, and mini-dental implants.