Black hairy tongue is a harmless condition in which the tongue appears dark and hairy due to an overgrowth of bacteria or yeast on the tongue's surface. This can be caused by poor oral hygiene, smoking, certain medications, or consuming certain fo...

Hairy tongue is an uncommon, benign condition that is also known as black hairy tongue or lingua nigra. It is characterized by abnormal elongation and blackish or dark brownish discoloration or "staining" of the thread-like elevations (filiform pa...

Dental cavitation, also known as a cavitation lesion or a cavitation, is a hole or hollow space in the jawbone that is caused by a chronic infection or inflammation in the bone. These cavitations can occur after a tooth extraction, root canal trea...

Dental plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that forms on the teeth and along the gumline. It is constantly forming on the teeth and can lead to tooth decay and gum disease if not removed regularly through proper oral hygiene practices s...

Dental tartar, also known as dental calculus, is a hard, yellowish or brownish deposit that forms on the teeth when plaque hardens. Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on the teeth when sugars and starches in food interact with the bact...

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a condition in which the salivary glands do not produce enough saliva to keep the mouth moist. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, including a dry, sticky feeling in the mouth, difficulty swallowing or s...

Dry socket, also known as alveolar osteitis, is a painful dental condition that can occur after a tooth extraction. It occurs when the blood clot that forms in the socket where the tooth was removed becomes dislodged or dissolves before the wound ...

Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease that causes irritation, redness, and swelling (inflammation) of the gingiva, the part of the gum around the base of the teeth. It is usually caused by poor oral hygiene that allows plaque to buil...

Halitosis, commonly known as bad breath, is a condition characterized by an unpleasant odor coming from the mouth. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor oral hygiene, certain foods and drinks, smoking, dry mouth, and underlying ...

Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars at the back of the mouth that do not have enough room to emerge or develop normally. This can cause them to become trapped or impacted in the jawbone or gum tissue, leading to pain, swelling, infection, and o...

Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (NUG), also known as trench mouth, is a severe form of gum disease characterized by painful, bleeding gums, ulcers, and necrosis (death) of gum tissue. It is caused by a bacterial infection, typically associated w...

Odontoma is a type of benign tumor that develops in the jawbone and consists of dental tissue. It is considered a developmental anomaly rather than a true neoplasm, as it is composed of mature dental tissues such as enamel, dentin, cementum, and p...

Oral cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the tissues of the mouth or throat. It can occur in the lips, tongue, gums, floor of the mouth, roof of the mouth, or the inner lining of the cheeks and throat. Oral cancer is often linked to tobacc...

An oral fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway that forms between two structures in the mouth, such as between the oral cavity and the skin or between the oral cavity and the nasal cavity. This can result in the leakage of saliva, food, o...

Periodontitis is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports your teeth. It is a common cause of tooth loss in adults and is typically caused by poor oral hygiene that allows bacteria in plaque to build...

Stomatitis is a general term for inflammation of the mucous lining of the mouth, which can result in painful sores or ulcers. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune disorders, allergies, or ir...

Tooth decay, also known as dental caries or cavities, is a common dental problem that occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that erode the enamel of the teeth. This erosion leads to the formation of small holes or cavities in the teeth, ...