Medical Reference related to oral health

1. Pregnancy gingivitis and pregnancy granulomas
   

   Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase your risk of developing oral health problems such as gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and periodontitis (gum disease).

2. Dental care for older people
   

   Elderly people are at risk of a number of oral health problems. Learn about common gum and teeth problems that may affect you as you age.

3. Treatments for gum disease
   

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

4. Dental health and teeth grinding (bruxism)
   

   Occasional teeth grinding, the medical term for which is bruxism, does not usually cause harm, but when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other oral health complications can arise.

5. Dental health: Root canals
   

   A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. Learn more here about root canals.

6. Oral herpes
   

   Oral herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.

7. Oral cancer
   

   Oral cancers can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated early. Learn the signs of oral cancer and how it is treated.

8. Dental health and pericoronitis
   

   Pericoronitis is a dental disorder in which the gum tissue around the molar teeth becomes swollen and infected. Get the facts about pericoronitis.

9. Treatment for dry mouth
   

   Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Learn how dry mouth can be treated.

10. Dental health and bridges
    

    Dental bridges literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. Learn more here.