Category: Your Oral Health

Oral Mucous Cyst (Mucocele)

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An oral mucous cyst, also called a mucocele, is a harmless swollen spot. It’s a good idea to get it checked out, though, especially if it’s bothersome. Oral Mucous Cyst Symptoms There are two types. Mucoceles show up on the inside of your lower lips, your gums, the roof of your mouth, or under your tongue. Those on the floor of the mouth are called ranulas. These are rare, but because they’re larger, they can cause more problems with speech, chewing, and swallowing. Mucoceles may have these traits: Moveable and painless Soft, round, dome-shaped…

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What Are Tongue Problems?

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Tongue problems include a variety of symptoms, from pain to changes in color and texture, that can have many different causes. Though often hailed as “the strongest muscle in the body,” the tongue is made up of a group of muscles that allow us to taste food, swallow, and talk. A healthy tongue is pink and covered with small nodules called papillae. Because you use your tongue all the time, tongue problems can be frustrating and uncomfortable. Symptoms of Tongue Problems Different causes of tongue problems have different symptoms. You might have: Pain Burning sensation Lumps…

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Home Care to prevent Gum Disease

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How Can Gum Disease Be Prevented? Gingivitis can be reversed and gum disease can be kept from getting worse in nearly all cases when proper plaque control is practiced. Proper plaque control consists of professional cleanings at least twice a year and daily brushing and flossing.   Brush your teeth twice a day. Use a soft-bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste. Replace your toothbrush every 3 months, or sooner if the bristles become frayed. Old, worn-out ones won’t clean teeth as well. Brushing gets rid of plaque on the surfaces of the…

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What Causes Gum Disease?

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Plaque is the primary cause of gum disease. However, other factors can contribute to periodontal disease. These include: Hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and monthly menstruation, make gums more sensitive, which makes it easier for gingivitis to develop. Illnesses may affect the condition of your gums. This includes diseases such as cancer or HIV that interfere with the immune system. Because diabetes affects the body’s ability to use blood sugar, patients with this disease are at higher risk of developing infections, including periodontal disease and cavities. Medications can…

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What is Gum Disease? (Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease)

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Periodontitis, also generally called gum disease or periodontal disease, begins with bacterial growth in your mouth and may end — if not properly treated — with tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds your teeth. What’s the Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis? Gingivitis (gum inflammation) usually happens before periodontitis (gum disease). But not all gingivitis leads to periodontitis. Most people get gingivitis at some point in their lives, and its mild symptoms make it easy to ignore. But without treatment, it can turn into bigger problems for your mouth. The good news is that…

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What is tooth cavity?

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A tooth cavity is damage to a tooth due to tooth decay also known as caries which results from bacteria activity on the tooth surface. Decay can affect the outer coating of a tooth (called enamel) and the inner layer (called dentin). Bacteria evade removal by brushing and saliva and damage the enamel and deeper structures of teeth. Most cavities occur on molars and premolars. Tooth decay: A general name for disease of the teeth, including cavities. Cavity Signs and Symptoms The symptoms of a cavity will depend on how large it…

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Home Oral Care During Pregnancy

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Pregnancy is a wonderful time in a woman’s life. But it’s journey is remarkably different for every woman, from the day you get the news to the day you carry your bundle of joy, you will go through different phases, your mindset, body and soul will go through numerous changes.First of all The old wives’ tale that warns a woman to expect a lost tooth for every baby is false. Losing a tooth is not a normal part of pregnancy, and if you do, you most likely already had an…

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DENTAL CARE EXPERT TIPS FOR TEENS AT HOME

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It is not unusual to find a teen who puts stringent measures in place to keep his or her pearly whites in top shape. It is also not unusual to find a teen who cares less about his or her oral health. Habits that teens create now follow them into adulthood and these habits become very difficult to change when they grow older. Adolescents transition from childhood to adulthood not just physically but emotionally hence patience is required when it comes to helping them with their oral health. If you…

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Bad breath check: SAY “GAPOHA!”

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It may sound like today’s piece is about the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (GAPOHA) but that is not the case. “Say Gapoha” used to be a way that police officers used to test for excessive alcohol intake in road drivers’ breaths when breath analyzers had not been fully introduced on the market. This subjective method is still being used by individuals to detect bad breath by cupping their hands and saying “GAPOHA” and sniffing their breath. Bad breath, which is scientifically termed as halitosis, is a noticeably unpleasant odor…

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Mom & Dad’s Teethlicious Guide

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Congratulations on your bundle of joy, train up a child in the way to go and when he or she is old, he or she shall not depart from it. With so many ideas and contributions from mothers, grand mothers and the world at large. It can be quite confusing to select which advice to follow. When you have a child everyone seems to have an opinion or experience to share. But in the end whatever you decide, you will be blamed or praised for the consequences.  Its with that I am directing the…

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