Dry Socket Diagnosis, Treatment, and More
During the normal healing process after having a tooth extracted, the empty socket in the gums should develop a blood clot. This blood clot helps the hole in your gums heal properly while also protecting the jawbone and nerves that would otherwise be exposed. When a...
Canker Sore vs. Cold Sore: What’s the Difference?
Although both cold sores and canker sores affect the mouth and can be quite painful, their similarities pretty much stop there. Cold sores and canker sores are quite different oral health problems with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Continue reading to...
How to Get Rid of a Small Black Spot on Your Molar
No matter how well you care for your teeth, you can sometimes still develop dark spots on your teeth. These spots can either appear black or brown. Although some types of tooth discoloration and spots on teeth are harmless, other types of black or brown spots can...