Oral Health Medical Reference
- Oral Health Problems in Children
Children's dental problems may arise from bottle feeding, thumb sucking, lip sucking, and tongue thrusting.
- What Can You Do About Sensitive Teeth?
Do your teeth twinge when you eat or drink? Find out what could be causing your sensitive teeth -- and how to treat it.
- Dental Plaque
WebMD explains tooth plaque and why it can harm your teeth.
- Dental Health and Bad Breath
Learn what causes bad breath as well as how to treat and prevent it.
- Dental Bridges: What Do They Do?
Dental bridges literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. Learn more here.
- Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): How Do I Stop It?
Do you or a loved one grind teeth at night? Find out what can be done for teeth grinding (bruxism), as well as causes and consequences.
- Braces
Are your teeth crooked, or do you have an overbite or underbite? WebMD explains how to find out if you need braces and what procedures are involved in straightening teeth.
- Tooth Discoloration
What's causing your teeth to be discolored? WebMD explains.
- Laser Use in Dentistry
Learn more from WebMD about the use of lasers in your dentist's office, including pros and cons.
- Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can improve the appearance of your teeth. Find out the pros and cons of veneers from the experts at WebMD.
- What Should You Know About Wisdom Teeth and Dental Health?
What are wisdom teeth and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.
- Controlling Dental Pain
The dentist office makes many people anxious. Learn the various techniques for controlling anxiety and pain during your dental procedure.
- Dental Cavities
Cavities happen as a result of tooth decay. Learn more about cavities and taking care of your teeth.
- Air Abrasion: Dental Care Without the Drill
Learn about air abrasion, a technique some dentists use to remove tooth decay without a drill.
- Dental Health and Tooth Restorations
Learn about tooth restorations, including fillings, implants, crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Dental Health With Crooked Teeth and Misaligned Bites
Information on two dental health problems: crooked teeth and misaligned bites.
- Do I Need a Dental Health Mouth Guard?
Using mouth guards during sports or athletic activity can help prevent dental damage. They can also be worn at night to prevent teeth grinding.
- Understanding Canker Sores -- the Basics
WebMD explains canker sores, mouth ulcers that may be caused by anything from hot foods to hormones.
- Peritonsillar Abscess
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a peritonsillar abscess, a potentially dangerous infection that forms next to the tonsils.
