- 1. Periodontitis
- (Periodontitis)
- Periodontitis (pair-e-o-don-TI-tis) is a serious gum infection that destroys the soft tissue and bone that support your teeth. Periodontitis can cause tooth loss or worse, an increased risk of heart ...
- 2. Burning mouth syndrome
- (Burning mouth syndrome)
- ... called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Oral habits, such as tongue thrusting and teeth grinding (bruxism). Endocrine disorders, such as diabetes and underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). ...
- 3. Gingivitis
- (Gingivitis)
- ... that encourages plaque to form. Plaque is an invisible, sticky film composed mainly of bacteria. Plaque forms on your teeth when starches and sugars in food interact with bacteria normally found in your ...
- 4. Giardiasis
- (Giardiasis)
- ... is likely to be unsafe, drink and brush your teeth with bottled water that you open yourself. Don't use ice, and avoid raw fruits and vegetables, even those you peel yourself. Practice safer sex. If ...
- 5. Krabbe disease
- (Krabbe disease)
- ... so your child may achieve as much independence as possible — for example, by learning such tasks as dressing, eating and brushing teeth on their own. Some research indicates possible benefits associated ...
- 6. Typhoid fever
- (Typhoid fever)
- ... Wipe the outside of all bottles and cans before you open them. Ask for drinks without ice. Use bottled water to brush your teeth, and try not to swallow water in the shower. Avoid raw fruits and vegetables. Because ...
- 7. Type 2 diabetes
- (Type 2 diabetes)
- ... about the whether it's right for you. Take care of your teeth. Diabetes may leave you prone to gum infections. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss your teeth once a day, and schedule dental ...
- 8. Type 1 diabetes
- (Type 1 diabetes)
- ... talk to your doctor about the whether it's right for you. Take care of your teeth. Diabetes may leave you prone to gum infections. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss your teeth once a ...
- 9. Turner syndrome
- (Turner syndrome)
- ... mouth and lower jaw often results in crowded teeth and a poorly aligned bite. Vision problems. Girls with Turner syndrome have an increased risk of weak muscle control of eye movements (strabismus) ...
- 10. Tricuspid atresia
- (Tricuspid atresia)
- ... and flossing teeth, getting regular dental checkups — is another good way of preventing infection. Preliminary procedures. The so-called rescue surgeries your baby may need before the Fontan procedure ...
- 11. Traveler's diarrhea
- (Traveler's diarrhea)
- ... containers yourself. Wipe off any can or bottle before drinking or pouring. Use bottled water to brush your teeth. Use bottled or boiled water to mix baby formula. Order hot beverages, such as coffee ...
- 12. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- Cavities are permanently damaged areas in the hard surface of your teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes. Cavities, also called tooth decay or caries, are caused by a combination of factors, ...
- 13. Tooth abscess
- (Tooth abscess )
- ... taking proper care of your teeth, eating a healthy diet and getting regular dental checkups. Signs and symptoms of a tooth abscess include: Severe, persistent, throbbing toothache Sensitivity ...
- 14. Buerger's disease
- (Buerger's disease)
- ... bandage. Keep an eye on any cuts or scrapes to make sure they're healing. If they get worse or heal slowly, see your doctor promptly. Visit your dentist regularly to keep your gums and teeth in good ...
- 15. TMJ disorders
- (TMJ disorders)
- ... you to talk, chew and yawn. TMJ disorders can be caused by many different types of problems — including arthritis, jaw injury, or muscle fatigue from clenching or grinding your teeth. In most cases, ...
- 16. Bruxism/teeth grinding
- (Bruxism/teeth grinding)
- Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously clench your teeth together during the day or grind them at night, which ...
- 17. Viral gastroenteritis
- (Viral gastroenteritis)
- ... bottled or carbonated water. Avoid ice cubes, because ice cubes may be made from contaminated water. Use bottled water to brush your teeth. Avoid raw food — including peeled fruits, raw vegetables ...
- 18. Trench mouth
- (Trench mouth)
- ... Trench mouth earned its nickname because of its prevalence among soldiers who were stuck in the trenches during World War I without the means to take care of their teeth properly. Signs and symptoms ...
- 19. What is Holistic Dentistry?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... integrated system, and that what happens elsewhere in the body can affect the gums and teeth, and vice-versa. A decayed tooth can cause a headache, but equally stress may cause us to grind down our teeth. ...
- 20. What is an Endodontist?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- The technical definition of an Endodontist is a dentist that has completed dental school and then taken two more years of specialty training to treat tooth roots and the pulp of teeth. The pulp of a tooth ...
