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What Exactly Are Canker Sores?

What Exactly Are Canker Sores?

About Canker Sores

A canker sore is also known as an aphthous ulcer. It is a soft, small lesion that develops on the soft tissues in your mouth. If you develop these sores, they are likely to form on your gums, inside your cheeks, or on the inside of your lips. Canker sores are not dangerous, but they can be very painful.

How Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks Might Damage Your Teeth

How Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks Might Damage Your Teeth

Your Teeth and Energy Drinks

Most people know that sugary sodas are bad for their teeth, but too many think sports drinks and energy drinks are safer alternatives. As it turns out, these drinks can destroy your dental health. How? According to researchers, they:

Are Your Gums Healthy?

Are Your Gums Healthy?

How Can You Tell If Your Gums Are Healthy?

Healthy gums are your weapon against tooth decay, gingivitis, bad breath, and chronic dental conditions. You can usually spot healthy gums by the way they look and feel. Here are some signs.

Causes of Chronic Dry Mouth

Causes of Chronic Dry Mouth

What Causes Chronic Dry Mouth?

The medical term for chronic dry mouth is xerostomia. If your mouth always feels parched, it often leads to other problems like bad breath, poor oral hygiene, and a sticky, thick feeling in your mouth and throat.