Diabetes affects your body’s ability to process sugar. All food you eat is turned to sugar and used for energy. You may feel excessively thirsty or have to urinate a lot. Weight loss and fatigue are other common symptoms. Diabetes can also cause you to lose consciousness if your blood sugar falls too low. Diabetes…
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By Dr. Rajesh Bansal Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet. Medically it is called Xerostomia. Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while — if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the…
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Cavities…no one wants them. We all try to prevent cavities as best as possible. It’s always best to receive routine cleanings and checkup appointments from your dentist to help prevent cavities and tooth decay. What else can you do to prevent cavities? What are cavities, anyway? How can the dentist fix your painful cavity? These…
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If you are missing one, several, or all of your teeth, you may be all too aware of their significance to your appearance and oral health. Teeth are designed to work together, to allow you chew, speak and eat comfortably. One or more missing teeth can affect your oral function and lead to further tooth…
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If you’re living with sensitive teeth, you probably know the things that can trigger pain. For some, it’s a cold drink or a sweet treat. For others, hot beverages might cause a temporary sharp pain in certain teeth. Still others experience pain when brushing or flossing. In fact, the term, “sensitive teeth” can seem like…
DetailsGum disease – causes and symptoms At first, problems with gums may show no visible symptoms. That is why it is so important to visit the dentist regularly and to diagnose the disease early. Read on to find out more about the causes and treatment of gum problems. Gum disease is caused by plaque —a…
DetailsNo one wants to spend time thinking about oral cancer. However, with more than 43,000 Americans estimated to be diagnosed this year, educating yourself on prevention methods, early detection, and treatment options is more important than ever. While the number of people expected to be diagnosed with oral and throat cancers is concerning, the good…
DetailsSwellings around the mouth can happen for a variety of reasons. For example, swelling can occur because of blocked salivary glands, medication side-effects, poor nutrition (particularly vitamin C deficiency), gingivitis and gum disease, and some oral cancers. However, a swelling can also be an indication that a tooth has an abscess, especially if it is…
DetailsEveryone has a dry mouth once in a while — if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems. Dry mouth can Cause difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and speaking Increase your…
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