Periodontitis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Complications
By Lawal Garuba, DMD, MPH
Periodontal disease refers to a group of inflammatory conditions that damage the gum tissue, tooth ligaments, and underlying alveolar bone...
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By Yanling Liu, DMD, BDS
Plaque is essentially a slimy layer of oral bacteria that lodges on your teeth, gums, tongue, dental fillings, crowns, dentures, and the...
Read moreToothache 101: Causes and Treatment
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
Dentin hypersensitivity, or tooth sensitivity, is one of the most commonly reported dental complaints. It causes short spells of sharp, shooting...
Read moreMouth Ulcers: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
By Steven Kmucha, MD
Mouth ulcers are open sores that can give rise to a great deal of pain and discomfort in the oral cavity. These...
Read moreGingivitis 101: Types, Causes, Treatment, and Risk Factors
By Priyanka Karamchandani, DDS
When it comes to oral care, people usually focus most of their efforts on keeping their teeth healthy. The state...
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