Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars in the back of your mouth, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The four teeth are located in the upper and lower jaws and typically emerge between the ages of 17 and 21. Wisdom…
According to Mayo Clinic, gingivitis is an oral disease that affects the gingiva — the part of the gum that supports the base of your teeth. Per Dr. Jay Khorsandi, gingivitis is the early stage of a bacterial infection in…
When you think of diabetes, the jaw is probably the last thing on your mind. It’s more likely that you picture insulin or consider someone’s blood sugar levels. While it may seem surprising to you, one symptom of diabetes can…
For the average person, the gag reflex, a contraction of the throat muscles is a normal, even healthy, response. Also known as the pharyngeal reflex, gagging can keep us from choking or swallowing something dangerous. In fact, in developing children,…
Many people use mouthwash as a part of their dental hygiene routine. Mouthwash is a great way to keep your mouth clean and healthy, but it’s important to use it correctly. As it turns out, many experts are split on…
If you are experiencing bad breath, it can be a source of embarrassment and social discomfort. The condition is known as “halitosis” and affects around 1 in 4 people worldwide, says the Cleveland Clinic. The condition has various causes, and…
Of all the places you might feel a sudden urge to scratch, you’d think your gums wouldn’t be one of them. However, dental experts say that itchy gums are not unheard of. While gum itchiness is not always cause for…
If you’ve ever brushed or flossed your teeth only to notice some light bleeding around the gumline afterward, there could be many contributing factors. “Bleeding gums are a common health concern and can have a variety of different possible causes,”…
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of teeth to develop and emerge in the back of the mouth behind the second molars. They typically appear between the ages of 17 and 25, although some people…
Hairy tongue, otherwise referred to as “coated tongue,” is a health condition characterized by an over-accumulation of keratin on the surface of the tongue, according to experts at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. This build-up can cause the filiform papillae that…