Smoking and other tobacco use can cause oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay.

Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel and the dentin layer of the tooth.

Toothaches and jaw pain are common but can have different sources. Learn more from the experts at WebMD.

Tooth sensitivity is discomfort in one or more teeth that is triggered by hot, cold, sweet or sour foods, or drinks, or cold air.

Learn here how to prevent and treat tooth discoloration.

WebMD explains tooth plaque and why it can harm your teeth.

An abscessed tooth is a painful infection at the root of a tooth or between the gum and a tooth.

Do you or a loved one grind teeth at night? Find out what can be done for teeth grinding, as well as causes and consequences.

Tooth decay occurs when foods with carbohydrates such as bread, cereal, milk, soda, fruit, cake, or candy are left on the teeth.

What does tooth enamel do? Learn what tooth enamel is, what causes it to erode, how to prevent enamel loss, and how to treat it.

There are certain risk factors for tooth loss. Find out what they are and if any are in your control.

Plaque and tarter can threaten your oral health. Learn more about them, including tips for keeping them away from your teeth.

What are wisdom teeth, and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.

Dry socket is a painful complication that can happen after having a tooth pulled.

Pericoronitis happens when the gums surrounding your back teeth -- usually the wisdom teeth -- become infected. Find out more.

WebMD's guide to gum disease, also called gingivitis and periodontal disease.

Why do gums recede? WebMD discusses causes of gum recession and treatment, including surgery.

WebMD examines common problems with the gums, including soreness, swelling, and bleeding.

Bad breath is often caused by bacteria in your mouth that gives off noxious odors or gases that smell like sulfur.

Bad breath, medically called halitosis, can result from poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems.

We need saliva to moisten and cleanse our mouths and digest food. When we don't produce enough saliva, our mouth gets dry.

All drugs, whether taken by mouth or injected, come with a risk of side effects. Learn which meds might cause oral side effects.

Saliva is important to lubricate your mouth, help with swallowing, protect your teeth from bacteria, and aid in food digestion.

A salivary gland stone is a calcified structure that may form inside a salivary gland or duct and can block the flow of saliva.

Your tonsils are filled with nooks and crannies where bacteria and other matter, such as dead cells and mucus, can get trapped.

Sometimes the tonsils get infected. Overwhelmed by bacteria or viruses, they become inflamed, a condition known as tonsillitis.

A peritonsillar abscess forms in the tissues of the throat next to one of the tonsils.

The exact cause of most canker sores is unknown. Stress or tissue injury is thought to be the cause of simple canker sores.

What is leukoplakia what does it have to do with your oral health? Find out more.

Because you use your tongue constantly, it can be frustrating and uncomfortable when you experience tongue problems.

WebMD explains what fissured tongue is, what causes it, and how it's treated.

The name black hairy tongue may sound scary, but the condition is harmless. Learn about the symptoms and causes.

WebMD provides information on geographic tongue, including symptoms, treatments, and causes.

Thrush can affect anyone, yet it occurs most often in babies and toddlers, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

Mucoceles often show up on the inside of your lower lips, your gums, the roof of your mouth, or under your tongue.

WebMD discusses stomatitis, a condition causing oral inflammation, and its symptoms, causes, and treatment.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint, and surrounding facial muscles.

A broken jaw (or mandibular fracture) is a common facial injury. Know when to seek medical care and how a broken jaw is treated.

Cancers of the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, hard and soft palate, sinuses, and pharynx can be life threatening.

Cancers of the throat tend to grow quickly. Learn as much as you can so you’ll know what to expect.

What’s the link between the virus and head and neck cancers? Know the basics and protect yourself.

Many different types of oral health care providers could become involved in the care of your teeth, gums, and mouth.

The healthier your teeth and gums are, the less risk you have for tooth decay and gum disease.

You and your dentist will be long-term oral health care partners; therefore, you should find someone you can be comfortable with.

While piercing the tongue, lip, or cheek may be attractive to some, there are many health risks associated with oral piercing.

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water.

The options you have when you buy a tube of toothpaste can be overwhelming. Should you go for tartar control? Fluoride? Both?

We're taught that regular toothbrushing is one of the best ways to keep our teeth and gums healthy. But which toothbrush is best?

The following chart shows when your child's primary teeth (also called baby teeth or deciduous teeth) should erupt and shed.

Tooth decay, thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, lip sucking, and early tooth loss can affect the oral health of children.

Age isn't a sole factor in determining oral health. However, certain medical conditions may make brushing or flossing difficult.

WebMD takes a look at common denture problems and how they can be treated or prevented.

Proper denture care is important for both the health of your dentures and mouth. Here are some tips.

Most often crooked teeth, overbites, and underbites are inherited traits just as the color of your eyes or size of your hands.

More and more people are having success with clear orthodontic devices called aligners.

If you have crooked teeth and/or a misaligned bite, braces and retainers can help straighten teeth.

Find out what conditions might require oral surgery and what to expect.

A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected.

 A gum graft may be necessary to protect your teeth from the damaging effects of gum recession.

Also called gum reshaping or tissue sculpting, this cosmetic dental procedure can even out an uneven gum line.

Any dental emergency like an injury to the teeth or gums can be potentially serious and should not be ignored.

Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material is applied and hardened with a special light.

Treatments for gum disease depend on the stage of disease, how you responded to earlier treatments, and your overall health.

Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse.

Laser helps to strengthen the bond between the filling and the tooth or enhance the effect of tooth bleaching agents.

Dental implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth.

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.

Dental veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth.

A bridge is made up of two crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap and a false tooth/teeth in between.

Tooth restorations are the many ways your dentist can replace or restore missing teeth or missing parts of the tooth structure.

Air abrasion is a drill-less technique that is being used by some dentists to remove tooth decay and for other applications.

Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem.

Although permanent teeth were meant to last a lifetime, there are a number of reasons why tooth extraction may be needed.

If your tooth is broken, chipped, or fractured, see your dentist as soon as possible.

Sealants are a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually back teeth -- to prevent tooth decay.

Mouth guards are coverings worn over teeth and often used to protect teeth from injury, from teeth grinding, and during sports.