Symptoms
Bleeding gums: Preventing gum disease
Bleeding gums is a sign of gum disease, which is the major cause of tooth loss in adults in the UK. Find out more and get brushing and flossing tips.
Dry mouth: What is it?
Dry mouth can increase your risks of gum disease, tooth decay, and mouth infections. Learn its symptoms, causes and how the condition is treated.
Types
Dental plaque
Teeth feel fuzzy? It could be plaque that can lead to tooth decay. Learn what causes dental plaque and five ways to prevent it.
Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers often make eating and talking uncomfortable. Learn what causes them and how to treat and prevent canker sores.
Thrush: What is it?
Thrush is a fungal infection which can affect the mouth. Learn the symptoms and causes, how it’s treated, and what you can do to prevent it.
TMJ: Temporomandibular joint syndrome
TMJ causes pain in the jaw area. Find out more about TMJ symptoms and the various treatments, from changing eating habits to medication.
Gum disease
If not treated, gum disease (also called gingivitis or periodontal disease) may end with tooth loss.
Mouth cancer
Mouth cancer appears as a growth or sore in the mouth that does not go away. Find out the symptoms, who gets it, how it’s treated, and how you can prevent it.
Do you have a tooth abscess?
A tooth abscess is a painful infection. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for a tooth abscess.
Teeth grinding (bruxism)
Why do people grind their teeth? How can you learn if you’re doing it -- and why is it harmful? Get the answers, as well as hints on how to stop teeth grinding.
Tooth decay (cavities)
Tooth decay destroys teeth and leads to cavities. How do you know when you have cavities? Do only children get cavities? And what are the different ways cavities are treated?
What is leukoplakia?
Leukoplakia is a white or grey patch that develops on the tongue or the inside of the cheek. Learn what causes leukoplakia, its symptoms, and treatment.
Pericoronitis
Pericoronitis is a disorder in which the gum tissue around the molar teeth becomes swollen and infected. Learn the symptoms, what causes it, and how pericoronitis is treated.
Geographic tongue
Geographic tongue is the name of a condition that gets its name from its map-like appearance on the upper surface and sides of the tongue.
Fissured tongue
If you have fissures in your tongue, it's likely there is no cause for concern.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD)
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint and surrounding facial muscles that control chewing and moving the jaw.
Stomatitis
Stomatitis is a term for an inflamed and sore mouth which can disrupt a person's ability to eat, talk or sleep.
