Oral Health Medical Reference
- 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.
- Oral Health Problems in Children
Children's dental problems may arise from bottle feeding, thumb sucking, lip sucking, and tongue thrusting.
- Drugs Used in Dentistry
WebMD explains commonly used drugs in dental care.
- Dental Health and Dentures
Are dentures for you? Get the facts you need here.
- Dental Cavities
Cavities happen as a result of tooth decay. Learn more about cavities and taking care of your teeth.
- Problems With Dental Fillings
WebMD explains problems that can occur with dental fillings.
- Treatment for Dry Mouth
Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Learn more from WebMD about different approaches to stimulating the salivary glands.
- Dental Health With Crooked Teeth and Misaligned Bites
Information on two dental health problems: crooked teeth and misaligned bites.
- Preventing Tooth Decay
Learn helpful tips from WebMD on fighting tooth decay and cavities.
- Dental Health and Your Child's Teeth
WebMD provides an overview of children's teeth, including a primary teeth (or baby teeth) development chart.
- Easing Dental Fear in Adults
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.
- 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.
- Dentists and Other Oral Health Care Providers
It takes a lot of different health care providers to keep your mouth healthy. Learn all about these specialists from dentists or prosthodontists.
- Dental Health and Toothaches
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.
- Laser Use in Dentistry
Learn more from WebMD about the use of lasers in your dentist's office, including pros and cons.
- Dry Mouth and Dental Health
Dry mouth can be caused by a number of conditions -- and can lead to serious dental problems. WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of dry mouth.
- Dental Implants: Are They Safe?
Dental implants may be an option for people with missing teeth. Learn more.
- 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.
- 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.