Bad BreathDefinition Of Halitosis Halitosis is the clinical term for the condition otherwise known as bad breath. Bad breath can cause someone to become self-conscious, inhibit their personal relationships in social and professional settings, or be a sign of an underlying health condition. Bad breath may be evident first thing in the morning or more persistent and ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Bleeding GumsDefinition Bleeding gums are a signal from your body to let you know that something is wrong. Gums in an unhealthy mouth will typically bleed when brushed along the margin of the gums or during flossing. In some cases gums will also bleed when you’re smiling or doing nothing at all Bleeding gums are a symptom of ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Canker SoresDefinition What are canker sores? Also called aphthous ulcers, canker sores are round or oval sores that occur in the mouth, usually inside the lip, cheeks, floor of the mouth or on the tongue. They may appear white or red, raw and very tender. Canker sores are different from cold sores as cold sores are due to ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Denture PainDefinition Denture pain is usually associated with raw, red tissues or yeast infections in the mouth. It may also be due to an improperly fitting denture or a denture that is not worn properly on a regular basis. Causes Most denture pain is caused by germs being present in the mouth, on the denture, and against the roof ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Dry MouthDefinition Dry mouth occurs when there is not enough saliva production in the mouth. Salivary production can decrease due to medications, cancer or other pathology, alcohol-containing mouth rinses, medical conditions, illegal drugs or medical treatments – such as radiation therapy. Not only is dry mouth uncomfortable, it can also make teeth more susceptible to decay due ...Click Here to Read Full Article
GingivitisWhat Is Gingivitis? Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums, thus reflecting the meaning of its name. The root words come from “gingiv” = gingiva (gums) and “itis” = inflammation of. Gingivitis usually occurs in areas where plaque biofilm has not been adequately removed. Poor or inadequate oral hygiene allows germs to congregate at the gumlines, triggering ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Gum BoilsDefinition of Gum Boils Gum boils are a generic term that refers to various types of swelling or tissue overgrowth that occurs in the mouth. Gum boils may be fluid filled or made of solid fibrous gum tissue. Color may appear normal or the gum boil area can appear red and raw. Types of Gum Boils What causes ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Gum Disease Definition Of Gum Disease Gum disease is the generic term used to describe the presence of inflammation, infection, change of color and active disease conditions in the gums that surround the teeth. This condition is due to the body’s immune response to plaque biofilm and germs in areas that have not been efficiently cleaned on a ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Gum InfectionDefinition Gum infections range from conditions such as mild gingivitis to gum disease and periapical abscesses – around the root of the tooth. Initial infection can begin as slight sensitivity while severe forms of infection may also involve clear or cloudy white drainage from the area of infection. Gum infections are typically due to poor oral ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Loose TeethDefinition Loose teeth are the result of chronic gum disease, gum recession and bone loss. As plaque and germs invade the area around the teeth, it destroys the attachment between the teeth and the surrounding support structures. Once gum disease becomes active and remains untreated, teeth become mobile. If mobility is severe enough it ultimately results ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Oral ThrushDefinition What is oral thrush? Thrush is a fairly common infection of the mouth due to a yeast infection. Typically the infection lasts for about two weeks and appears as a white velvety patch, or sometimes red, raw skin. Causes What causes oral thrush and yeast infections? Thrush is due to an imbalance in the natural oral flora ...Click Here to Read Full Article
PeriodontitisDefinition What is periodontitis? Periodontitis is also known as periodontal disease or an advanced stage of gum disease. The meaning of the name describes the condition: Perio = “around”, dont = “tooth”, itis = “inflammation of.” So periodontitis is the inflammation and infection of the area surrounding the root of the tooth. It is a severe ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Receding GumsThere is a lot to discuss about receding gums, if you wish to jump to a particular section you may use the links above. Definition What are receding gums? Receding gums are gums that have pulled away from the surface of the tooth and crept away, exposing the root of the tooth. There are several different ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Sore GumsDefinition Sore gums can occur in one area of your mouth or throughout the entire mouth, and have a various number of causes. Your gums may be sore when you brush and floss them, or they may be sore throughout the day, causing chronic pain. The soreness is related to infection, swelling and inflammation of the ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Swollen Gums Definition Swollen gums are due to an inflammatory response to disease or germsaround the teeth. The presence of gum inflammation is used to indicate the severity of conditions such as gingivitis, periodontitis and periodontal disease. When left untreated, mildly swollen gums can progress into severe forms of gum disease resulting in tooth loss. Causes Germs, Gingivitis, And ...Click Here to Read Full Article
Tonsil Stones – Also Known As TonsillolithsDefinition What is a tonsil stone? Tonsil stones are also called tonsilloliths, and are a buildup of hardened or calcified material in the tonsils or crevices around the tonsils. Made up of extremely odorous material, tonsil stones often cause severely bad breath. (1) The tonsillolith comes from germs or dead cells that have built up in ...Click Here to Read Full Article
