Mouth and Teeth
Tooth Decay and Dental Health Issues
Gum Diseases
Gingivitis
Tooth decay is damage to a tooth’s surface. It happens when bacteria in your mouth make acids that attack the enamel.
Periodontitis
Periodontitis is inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support the teeth.
Trench Mouth
Trench mouth is an infection that causes swelling (inflammation) and ulcers in the gums (gingivae).
Bleeding Gums
Bleeding gums can be a sign that you have or may develop gum disease.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJ disorders) are problems that affect the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJ disorders) are problems that affect the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull.
Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other).
Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other).
Jaw and Bite Disorders
Jaw and Bite Disorders affect the alignment and function of the jaw and teeth, impacting chewing, speaking, and overall oral health.
Oral Mucosal Conditions
Infections and Ulcerative Lesions
Precancerous and Cancerous Lesions
Leukoplakia
Leukoplakia is a condition that causes painless white or gray patches to develop inside your mouth.
Lichen Planus
Lichen planus is a condition of the skin, hair, nails, mouth and genitals. On skin, lichen planus often appears as purple, itchy,
Erythroplakia
Affects the mucous membranes of your mouth. It causes red lesions that may appear in combination with white patches.
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth. Oral cancer most commonly involves the lips or the tongue.