Oral Health Medical Reference

Information on two dental health problems: crooked teeth and misaligned bites.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint (or TMJ), and surrounding facial muscles.

Learn more from WebMD about the use of lasers in your dentist's office, including pros and cons.

What are wisdom teeth and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.

WebMD explains tooth plaque and why it can harm your teeth.

WebMD explains commonly used drugs in dental care.

WebMD provides an overview of children's teeth, including a primary teeth (or baby teeth) development chart.

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.

It takes a lot of different health care providers to keep your mouth healthy. Learn all about these specialists from dentists or prosthodontists.

If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone. Find out more about dental fear and helpful tips on coping from the experts at WebMD.

A toothache is pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by a number of dental problems. Get tips from WebMD on how to prevent and treat toothaches.

Treatments for gum disease vary from medication to surgery. Learn more about the options.

Severe tooth pain, swollen gums, or pain when you chew could be signs of an abscessed tooth. Learn what causes it, how to treat it, and common ways to prevent it.

There are many types of dental crowns and they're used for a variety of situations. Learn more about your teeth and crowns.

Do your teeth twinge when you eat or drink? Find out what could be causing your sensitive teeth -- and how to treat it.

Learn about air abrasion, a technique some dentists use to remove tooth decay without a drill.

Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Learn more from WebMD about different approaches to stimulating the salivary glands.

Are dentures for you? Get the facts you need here.

Learn what causes bad breath as well as how to treat and prevent it.

Using mouth guards during sports or athletic activity can help prevent dental damage. They can also be worn at night to prevent teeth grinding.

WebMD explains canker sores, mouth ulcers that may be caused by anything from hot foods to hormones.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a peritonsillar abscess, a potentially dangerous infection that forms next to the tonsils.