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sore tongue causes

Experiencing a sore tongue? 15 causes and treatments for tongue pain

Having a sore tongue is actually a common problem. In fact, most oral infections like blisters under the cheeks, tongue, and gums, are pretty widespread. Those inflamed patches of tissue and cracked skin on the corner of your mouth can be painful and hard to ignore. Sore tongue can also

Causes and treatments for dark spots on the lip

Dark spots on lips: 13 causes, home remedies, and treatments

Have you ever noticed something on your lip that you swear wasn’t there yesterday? A dark spot on your lip can be concerning and might even make you feel a bit self-conscious. Here are thirteen potential causes of dark spots on the lips.  What causes black spots on the lips? 

Oral herpes, oral syphilis, oral gonorrhea

The full breakdown on Oral STDs: Types, symptoms, and treatment

Sexually transmittable infections/diseases (STI/STDs) are common. And while often associated with spots, sores, and warts that develop in the genital regions, they sometimes affect the mouth. In these cases, you may find it difficult to eat due to pain and the discomfort caused by the sores.  There are different types

white tongue

White tongue: Causes, conditions, and treatment

The term “white tongue” refers to a symptom that causes a thick coating of a white film on your tongue. Sometimes it may only cover patches of your tongue. In other cases, it may cover the entire surface of the tongue, including the back. Accompanying symptoms can include bad breath,

How often should you see a dentist

How often should you go to the dentist?

Visiting a dentist is essential for oral and overall health, but how often should you go to the dentist, really? Most dentists recommend biannual checkups, though this can vary. Dental insurance typically also covers two visits a year.  But twice a year dental checkups may not work for everyone. How