Oral Health Medical Reference
- Tooth Discoloration
What's causing your teeth to be discolored? WebMD explains.
- Teeth Bonding
Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material is applied and hardened with a special light, which ultimately bonds the material to the tooth to restore or improve a person's smile. Find out if dental bonds are right for you.
- Dental Health and Bad Breath
Learn what causes bad breath as well as how to treat and prevent it.
- Dental Crowns
There are many types of dental crowns and they're used for a variety of situations. Learn more about your teeth and crowns.
- Dental Cavities
Cavities happen as a result of tooth decay. Learn more about cavities and taking care of your teeth.
- Teeth Whitening
WebMD looks at the many available teeth whitening systems, along with products like toothpastes and gels, and compares home kits to professional office treatments.
- Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Learn the facts about cleft lip and cleft palate, a common birth defect, from the experts at WebMD.
- Dental Health and Wisdom Teeth
What are wisdom teeth and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.
- Problems With Dental Fillings
WebMD explains problems that can occur with dental fillings.
- Controlling Dental Pain
The dentist office makes many people anxious. Learn the various techniques for controlling anxiety and pain during your dental procedure.
- Dental Health and Your Child's Teeth
WebMD provides an overview of children's teeth, including a primary teeth (or baby teeth) development chart.
- Dental Health and Dentures
Are dentures for you? Get the facts you need here.
- Tooth Sealants
WebMD explains the use of dental sealants to prevent tooth decay.
- Do I Need a Dental Health Mouth Guard?
Using mouth guards during sports or athletic activity can help prevent dental damage. They can also be worn at night to prevent teeth grinding.
- Understanding Canker Sores -- the Basics
WebMD explains canker sores, mouth ulcers that may be caused by anything from hot foods to hormones.
- Peritonsillar Abscess
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a peritonsillar abscess, a potentially dangerous infection that forms next to the tonsils.