Oral Conditions & Diseases

Check out a number of conditions and diseases that dental care professionals are trained to deal with, including caries, canker sores, tooth grinding, gingivitis, plaque, and tartar.

Canker Sores

More than just an annoyance, mouth sores may become painful, and in some cases may signal a disease or a disorder...

Dry Mouth

About one third of the U. S. population suffers from dry mouth syndrome, a painful condition resulting from inadequate saliva flow in the mouth due to improperly functioning salivary glands..

Gingivitis: Causes & Cures

Gingivitis is a reversible form of gum disease classified as periodontal disease...

Halitosis Basics

Halitosis is a technical term for what is more commonly called “bad breath.” The primary culprit in halitosis is the...

Oral Thrush

When dentists speak of dental fungus infections, they are usually talking about oral thrush, which is the most common such infection...

Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease)

Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth...

The Facts of Dental Plaque

Dental plaque is a layer of bacteria that coats the teeth...