Learn how menopause hormonal shifts create serious oral health risks including bone loss, gum disease, and tooth decay that ...

While it is possible for mild cases of thrush to clear on their own with home treatments, such as improved oral hygiene and saltwater rinses, it depends on the underlying cause. Mild cases that don't ...

A patient's tongue turned green about two weeks before he paid a visit to the doctor. Upon a closer look, he was diagnosed ...

Functional dentist Dr. Victoria Sampson has made some bold claims about the proper way to brush your teeth, and it’s sent the internet into a spiral. Dr. Sampson appeared on Steven Bartlett’s The ...

Purpose: The stability of a triamcinolone acetonide mouthwash and its efficacy in treating oral lichen planus are described. Results: The mouthwash had a satisfactory shelf life and was well ...

The results of this preliminary study suggest that this mouthwash was a safe and effective therapy for reducing the signs and symptoms of oral lichen planus. However, the therapeutic effectiveness ...

Additionally, fluoride appears to be more effective for cavities when applied directly in the mouth, rather than merely passing through it, as is the case with water. Meanwhile, many health ...

Canker sores can be treated with over-the-counter oral pain gels, but your provider may prescribe an antibacterial mouth rinse for more serious issues. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Hand, foot, and ...

Introduction: The human oral cavity is a complex and dynamic microbial ecosystem integral to oral and overall health. While the specific roles of microbial communities in health and disease are not ...