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Mouth and Dental Disorders

Biology of the Mouth and Teeth
Symptoms of Oral and Dental Disorders
Lip and Tongue Disorders
Periodontal Diseases

Temporomandibular Disorders
- Temporomandibular Disorders
Tooth Disorders
Urgent Dental Problems

Doctors and dentists are both often involved in the diagnosis of disorders that affect the mouth, although usually doctors are the ones who would treat a diagnosed disorder. Changes in the color of the mouth’s tissues sometimes signal a bodywide disease. Dentists diagnose and treat disorders of the teeth. A healthy mouth and teeth are essential to the quality of life.

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Biology of the Mouth and Teeth

The mouth is the entrance to both the digestive and the respiratory systems. The inside of the mouth is lined with mucous membranes. When healthy, the lining of the mouth (oral mucosa) is reddish pink. The gums (gingivae) are paler pink and fit snugly around the teeth.

Biology of the Mouth
Biology of the Teeth
Effects of Aging on the Mouth

Lip and Tongue Disorders

Burning mouth syndrome is mouth pain, often involving the tongue, that may be burning or tingling in people who do not have any visible sores or abnormalities in their mouth.

Burning Mouth Syndrome
Lip Changes and Discoloration
Lip Inflammation
Lip Sores
Lips and Sun Damage
Lip Swelling
Tongue Discoloration
Tongue Discomfort
Tongue "Hairiness"
Tongue Injury
Tongue Sores and Bumps

Periodontal Diseases

Periodontal diseases inflame and destroy the structures surrounding and supporting the teeth, primarily the gums, the jawbones, and the outer layer of the tooth root.

Introduction to Periodontal Diseases
Gingivitis
Gum Recession
Periodontitis
Trench Mouth

Symptoms of Oral and Dental Disorders

Bad breath is a frequent or persistent unpleasant odor to the breath.

Bad Breath
Dry Mouth
Malocclusion
Mouth Growths
Mouth Sores and Inflammation
Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis
Teeth Grinding
Toothache

Temporomandibular Disorders

The temporomandibular joints are the connections between the temporal bones of the skull and the lower jawbone (mandible). There are two temporomandibular joints, one on each side of the face just in front of the ears. Ligaments, tendons, and muscles support the joints and are responsible for jaw movement.

Temporomandibular Disorders

Tooth Disorders

Common tooth disorders include

Overview of Tooth Disorders
Cavities
Pulpitis
Periapical Abscess
Impacted Teeth
Dental Appliances

Urgent Dental Problems

Certain dental problems require prompt treatment to relieve discomfort and minimize damage to the structures of the mouth. Such urgent dental problems include

Introduction to Urgent Dental Problems
Fractured, Loosened, or Knocked-Out Teeth
Jaw Dislocation
Complications After Dental Treatment

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Mouth and Dental Disorders

Biology of the Mouth and Teeth

Symptoms of Oral and Dental Disorders

Lip and Tongue Disorders

Periodontal Diseases

Temporomandibular Disorders

Tooth Disorders

Urgent Dental Problems

Mouth and Dental DisordersSections (A-Z)

Biology of the Mouth and Teeth

Lip and Tongue Disorders

Periodontal Diseases

Symptoms of Oral and Dental Disorders

Temporomandibular Disorders

Tooth Disorders

Urgent Dental Problems