Oral Health Medical Reference
- Understanding Tonsillitis -- Symptoms
Get the basics on tonsillitis symptoms from the experts at WebMD.
- Hormones and Oral Health
Learn from WebMD how hormones impact a woman's oral health, including her risk for gum disease and tooth decay.
- Glossary of Dental Health Terms
Learn terms associated with dental care and their definitions.
- Dental Care for People With Heart Disease
People with heart disease require special dental care. WebMD explains.
- FAQ About Dental Health
How do you find a new dentist? Are dental fillings safe? Get the answers to these and other frequently asked questions about your oral health from WebMD.
- Dental Health and Latex Allergy
Learn the facts about latex allergy.
- Dental Care for Seniors
Seniors are at risk for a number of oral health problems. Learn about common gum and teeth problems that may affect you as you age.
- Dental Health and Root Canals
Root canals don't have a great reputation among dental patients. Get the facts on this common procedure.
- Dental Health: Sealants
Sealants are a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth. Is this something you need? Learn more.
- Canker Sore (Aphthous Ulcer)
Canker sores are small, shallow wounds in your mouth that can make eating and talking uncomfortable. Learn more about canker sore causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, home remedies, and prevention.
- Smoking and Oral Health
Smoking and other tobacco use can cause oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay. Get the facts from WebMD.
- Dental X-Rays
WebMD provides an overview of dental diagnostic tests, including what they show about your oral health.
- Dental Care and Pregnancy
Get tips from WebMD on taking care of your teeth and gums before, during, and after pregnancy.
- Diet and Oral Health
Your diet can affect your oral health. WebMD tells you what you need to eat - and avoid eating - to ensure a healthy mouth.
- Finding a Dentist
Experts offer tips for finding the right dentist for you and your family.
- Dental Health and Fluoride Treatment
The mineral fluoride is very important for healthy teeth. Are you getting enough for optimal dental health?
- What to Know About Underbite
Find out what you need to know about underbite, and discover how it may affect health.
- Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease)
WebMD's guide to gum disease, also called gingivitis and periodontal disease.
- What Is Ludwig’s Angina?
Learn about Ludwig’s angina, including signs and symptoms, causes, treatment options, and more.
- What to Know About Ceramic Braces
Find out what you need to know about ceramic braces and discover their advantages and disadvantages.
- What Is Pulp Necrosis?
Learn what pulp necrosis is, what causes it, and how it's treated.
- Pericoronitis
Pericoronitis happens when the gums surrounding your back teeth -- usually the wisdom teeth -- become infected. Find out more from WebMD.
- Handling Dental Emergencies
Here's a quick summary of what to do for some common dental emergencies.
- Dental Health and Endocarditis Prevention
Some dental procedures can trigger endocarditis, an inflammation in the heart. Find out who's at risk and how it can be prevented.
- Dental Health and Tooth Fillings
Dental fillings are used for cavities and more. Here's everything you need to know about fillings from the experts at WebMD.
- 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.
- Dental Health and Dry Mouth
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.
- Teeth Whitening
WebMD looks at the many available teeth whitening systems, along with products like toothpastes and gels, and compares home kits to professional office treatments.
- Dental Health and Wisdom Teeth
What are wisdom teeth and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.
- 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.
- Oral Health Problems in Children
Children's dental problems may arise from bottle feeding, thumb sucking, lip sucking, and tongue thrusting.
- 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.
- Plaque and Your Teeth
WebMD explains tooth plaque and why it can harm your teeth.
- Preventing Tooth Decay
Learn helpful tips from WebMD on fighting tooth decay and cavities.
- Tooth Discoloration
What's causing your teeth to be discolored? WebMD explains.
- Dental Health and Tooth Restorations
Learn about tooth restorations, including fillings, implants, crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- 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 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.
- Problems With Dental Fillings
WebMD explains problems that can occur with dental fillings.
- Drugs Used in Dentistry
WebMD explains commonly used drugs in dental care.
- Controlling Dental Pain
The dentist office makes many people anxious. Learn the various techniques for controlling anxiety and pain during your dental procedure.
- 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.
- Dental Health and Dentures
Are dentures for you? Get the facts you need here.
- 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 Bad Breath
Learn what causes bad breath as well as how to treat and prevent it.
- Dental Health With Crooked Teeth and Misaligned Bites
Information on two dental health problems: crooked teeth and misaligned bites.
- Teeth Bonding
Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material is applied and hardened with a special light, which ultimately bonds the material to the tooth to restore or improve a person's smile. Find out if dental bonds are right for you.
- Dental Cavities
Cavities happen as a result of tooth decay. Learn more about cavities and taking care of your teeth.
- Dental Health and Your Child's Teeth
WebMD provides an overview of children's teeth, including a primary teeth (or baby teeth) development chart.
- How to Treat Gum Disease
Treatments for gum disease vary from medication to surgery. Learn more about the options.