Burning mouth syndrome, or BMS, is a painful oral condition that can present with a range of symptoms and not have an immediately identifiable cause. The unifying symptom is the burning sensation that can affect the gums, tongue, or other soft tissue of the mouth. Treatment for BMS starts with identifying the underlying cause and treating the cause.
Here are a few of the potential treatments for burning mouth syndrome depending on the underlying cause.
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Jaw and tooth pain can be one of the most painful feelings you can experience in your life time. With proper dental care and hygiene habits, throbbing jaw and tooth pain can be reduced. However, when your jaw is throbbing in pain, it is normal for you to want to know what could be causing it. Here are some of the top causes of throbbing jaw pain.
Tooth Decay
As teeth become covered in plaque, tooth decay can begin to affect the gums.
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Tongue thrusting is a oral habit that can cause various dental problems, including a bad bite. If your child is thrusting his or her tongue, you need to take action before the permanent teeth are damaged. Here is what you need to know about tongue thrusting.
What Is Tongue Thrusting?
When your child constantly pushes his or her tongue against the teeth, this is known as tongue thrusting. The habit might seem harmless, but it can lead to the teeth being pushed out of alignment.
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If your dentist found a cavity that needs to be filled, you have a few options for the kind of filling material that will be used. While silver was typically the only material offered many years ago, you now have options that your dentist will offer you. Here is an overview of the pros and cons of different types of dental filling materials.
Natural-colored Composites
If you want the cavity to blend in with your teeth, consider a natural-colored composite material that can be used for cavities in the back or front of your mouth.
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There are a variety of cosmetic dental procedure available to correct a wide assortment of problems that patients may encounter. One of the more common solutions for correcting these problems are veneers. These are small porcelain strips that are attached to the surface of teeth, and they can restore a tooth's shape and appearance. However, many patients are not familiar with this cosmetic procedure, and they may need some concerns addressed before they decide if veneers are right for correcting their smiles.
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