Oral Psoriasis – What you should know
What is Oral Psoriasis? What is Oral Psoriasis? Oral psoriasis is a type of psoriasis that affects the mouth and the areas around it, such as the lips and the inside of the cheeks. It is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes red, scaly patches to form on the skin. Like other forms of psoriasis, […]
Canker Sores What you should know
What are Canker Sores? What are Canker Sores? Canker sores are small ulcers that develop inside the mouth, usually on the gums, the tongue, or the inside of the cheeks. They are painful and can make it difficult to eat or talk. Canker sores are not contagious and typically last for a week or two […]
Geographic Tongue Causes
What is geographic tongue? Patients with geographic tongue have reddish patches with by white borders on their tongues. It’s a non-contagious and harmless condition. However, if you feel discomfort or pain on your tongue, taking pain relievers and avoiding the foods that trigger the pain might be the first thing to try. In this article, […]
Is Unhealthy Lifestyle Affecting Our Oral Health?
Is Unhealthy Lifestyle Affecting Our Oral Health? We are living in an era where everything is supposed to take place quickly, whether it’s reaching a destination, packing a quick meal or a quick smoke break! While we know our lifestyle changes do have an affect on our overall health, did you also know that it […]
10 foods you love that are bad for your teeth
Have you come across the phrase, “you are what you eat”? This is true also in the case of our oral health, our oral health is all based on what we eat and how we take care of it. There are various foods and beverages that can cause damage to our teeth – damage in the form of plaque, cavities, etc.
8 ways stress can affect your dental health
8 ways stress can affect your dental health How stress affects Dental Health In today’s fast-paced life, the world is overrun by stress. Stress itself isn’t bad. In small doses, it can help you perform under pressure and motivate you to do better. But having an extreme amount of stress for a chronic period of […]