Oral Health Medical Reference
- Leukoplakia
Leukoplakia, or white and gray patches inside the mouth, may be caused by irritation. Or the condition may be a sign of oral cancer. Learn more about how leukoplakia is treated.
- Treatment for Dry Mouth
Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Learn more from WebMD about different approaches to stimulating the salivary glands.
- Easing Dental Fear in Adults
If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone. Find out more about dental fear and helpful tips on coping from the experts at WebMD.
- Oral Health Problems in Children
Children's dental problems may arise from bottle feeding, thumb sucking, lip sucking, and tongue thrusting.
- What Is Dental Bonding and How Does It Work?
Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material is applied and hardened with a special light, which ultimately bonds the material to the tooth to restore or improve a person's smile. Find out if dental bonds are right for you.
- Dentists and Other Oral Health Care Providers
It takes a lot of different health care providers to keep your mouth healthy. Learn all about these specialists from dentists or prosthodontists.
- TMJ Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint (or TMJ), and surrounding facial muscles.
- Dry Mouth and Oral Health
Dry mouth can be caused by a number of conditions -- and can lead to serious dental problems. WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of dry mouth.
- An Overview of Root Canals
WebMD explains the reasons you may need root canal therapy and how the procedure is done.
- Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Learn the facts about cleft lip and cleft palate, a common birth defect, from the experts at WebMD.
- Dental Bridges: What Do They Do?
Dental bridges literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. Learn more here.
- Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): How Do I Stop It?
Do you or a loved one grind teeth at night? Find out what can be done for teeth grinding (bruxism), as well as causes and consequences.
- What Should You Know About Tooth Discoloration?
Tooth discoloration changes the color of your teeth. Find out the causes for discoloration, tips to prevent stains, and how to whiten your teeth.
- Drugs Used in Dentistry
WebMD explains commonly used drugs in dental care.
- Do I Need a Dental Health Mouth Guard?
Using mouth guards during sports or athletic activity can help prevent dental damage. They can also be worn at night to prevent teeth grinding.
- Understanding Canker Sores -- the Basics
WebMD explains canker sores, mouth ulcers that may be caused by anything from hot foods to hormones.
- Peritonsillar Abscess
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a peritonsillar abscess, a potentially dangerous infection that forms next to the tonsils.
