Author: Dr Susan Pan, DDS

Rinse with warm salt water, avoid spicy or acidic foods, apply a topical oral gel, and consult a dentist for persistent pain.

It can lead to tooth wear, fractures, jaw pain, headaches, and exacerbate temporomandibular joint disorders.

A dentist specializing in the design, manufacture, and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth.

It’s a procedure to remove a frenum, a fold of tissue that prevents an organ in the body from moving too far.

Early intervention can guide jaw growth, correct harmful habits, lower the risk of trauma, and guide permanent teeth into a favorable position.

It can damage the tooth enamel, cause misalignment of front teeth, and introduce bacteria into the mouth.

Early detection increases the chances of successful treatment. Regular screenings can catch signs of oral cancer before it progresses.