Oral health integrity is supported through periodontal hygiene, managing dry mouth causes, and implementing postsurgical nutritional protocols.
The pasty, parched feeling of a dry mouth is annoying, particularly when you are running and need every drop of moisture you can get to keep from feeling overheated. A dry mouth, which is also called xerostomia, is usually a sign of other problems or a side effect of medications.
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Amateur bakers often wonder when to use cream of tartar and when to use baking soda. The two ingredients can even be listed in the same recipe together. Understanding how the two products are made and what chemical properties they possess can help you figure out which ingredient best suits your recipe.
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Many people are continually on the lookout for simple ways to look more attractive. One popular technique is tooth whitening. Good dental hygiene dictates frequent brushing, which can help make your teeth whiter.
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Coffee is a drink you probably rely on to feel awake and alert. Others may easily notice you're a coffee drinker, but it might not be because of your energy level. "Coffee breath" has become infamously associated with America's popular beverage. Different theories exist regarding the cause of that stale, "metallic"
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The whirring sound of a drill, the chair that goes back too far, the white napkin draped around the neck are all symbols of a dentist visit. You may want to avoid these, but toothache and facial pain are two reasons why avoidance might not be an option.
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Many people struggle with the color of their teeth. Drinking tea, coffee and cola, smoking and even some of the foods you eat contribute to the discoloration of your teeth. A trip down the toothpaste aisle will present you with a variety of products that claim to whiten teeth.
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Thrush results when a fungus called candida grows in your mouth, explains MedlinePlus. You can minimize or eliminate oral thrush by restricting certain foods from your diet.
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A layer of small bumps known as papillae cover the surface of the tongue. According to the National Institutes of Health's MedlinePlus service, the papillae provide a home for the taste buds, which reside between papillae.
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Many terms used interchangeably do not necessarily mean the same thing. Such is the case with mouth splints and mouth guards.
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Periodontal disease includes gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums caused by the buildup of plaque, and periodontitis, a more serious condition in which the gums erode away from the tooth surface and toxins from the plaque damage the bone and tissue that hold the teeth in place.
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Your tongue is one of the toughest muscles in your body, but sometimes fissures break out on it. This is known as cracked tongue, scrotal tongue or grooved tongue. There is not a single established cause of cracked tongue, but there are many potential sources.
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Crest Whitestrips is a type of tooth whitening product. A strip of flexible material is coated on one side with a peroxide-based gel that bleaches dark stains on your teeth.
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Black tongue is a condition that usually starts at the back of the tongue before progressing toward the front. It is characterized by a dark discoloration of the small thread-like elevations on the top surface of the tongue.
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Dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia, is a subjective lack of saliva in the mouth or dryness of the mucosal membranes. The predominant cause of dry mouth is related to reduced saliva gland output, which is affected by diseases, trauma, medications and medical treatments.
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When a localized area of pus, called an abscess, develops in or around the root of a tooth, this provides the opportunity for bacteria to enter nearby blood vessels. This can lead to a potentially life-threatening blood infection, especially in people with an impaired immune system.
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Brushing the tongue when brushing your teeth has been touted as a cure for bad breath caused by bacteria that form on your tongue. This cleaning of the tongue is supposed to both improve bad breath and lessen the risk of infection in periodontal openings while reducing bacterial population.
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Having an exceptionally dry mouth can be more than an annoyance: It can be uncomfortable and severe enough that even talking becomes difficult. Also called xerostomia, dry mouth occurs when saliva decreases substantially. The causes of dry mouth syndrome may be temporary or related to some underlying cause or disease.
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A Sonicare is an electric toothbrush sold by the Philips company. A Sonicare uses a vibrating head that cleans teeth and gums. All models of the Sonicare come with the Easystart feature, where the power of the toothbrush increases gradually over your first 14 uses.
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Sore and bleeding gums may be an early indication of periodontal disease and should be taken care of right away. A visit to your dentist is the first step. Adding certain foods to your diet also can help speed the healing process and improve the health of your gums.
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Alcoholics often have bad breath. Alcoholism can cause a number of severe health problems, and bad breath can be a sign of damage to the digestive system and to the stomach. It can also indicate problems with the esophagus and with acid reflux, which can lead to cancers of the mouth and throat.
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