Common causes of sores in the mouth Mouth sores are red coloured, tiny, shallow lesions that usually develop above the soft tissue in your mouth and near the base of your gums. Although one confuses the two, cold sores are different from mouth sores. The former develop on the lips and they are contagious as well.

Dental plaque and tartar removal Plaque is a filmy substance made of bacteria that covers the teeth over time, making them appear dull or yellowish. When visiting a dentist, the teeth are cleaned, removing plaque and making them look sparkly and white. Accumulation of plaque mostly occurs on the teeth above as well as below the gum line.

Removing dental plaque at home Did you notice that after a dental cleanup, the teeth start to sparkle and shine? But this sparkle and shine vanish over time, and the teeth start getting a yellowish color. This yellow color is due to plaque build up on the teeth. Plaque is a filmy substance made by the bacteria in the mouth.

An overview of diverticulitis and the diverticulitis diet Diverticulitis is a medical condition that causes inflamed pouches in the lining of the digestive system, more commonly, in the intestines. The pouches occur when sections in the intestine bulge out, caused by weak spots within the intestinal wall giving way under pressure.

All about sensitive teeth and whitening toothpaste The key aspects of having a beautiful smile are the brightness and glow of one’s teeth. Brushing regularly is a fundamental step toward maintaining good dental and oral health. When you have experimented with all the toothpaste and brands on the shelf in the supermarket, it is definitely a good idea to explore some of the best toothpaste in the market.

Choosing the best whitening toothpaste for sensitive teeth Most of us won’t ever say a no when it comes to teeth whitening; after all, who does not want to have a beautiful smile? But the reality is that most of us have yellowish or brownish teeth. Teeth getting discolored is often considered bad for dental health and mostly caused due to bad habits, like smoking.