Top 8 Mouth Diagnosis

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Many issues can create problems with your oral health. Here is a list of the top 8 common diagnoses that can compromise your comfort:

Top 8 Mouth Diagnosis

  • Cold sore, fever blisters
    A virus passed through a kiss, shared utensils, or other shared items.
  • Thrush
    Caused by candida yeast, most common in older adults or babies.
  • Canker Sores
    Commonly triggered by hypersensitivity, mild infection, hormonal imbalance, stress, or vitamin deficiency. Often shows on tongue, cheeks, or gums.
  • Leukoplakia
    Irritant caused by poorly fitted dentures, excessive smoking, and tobacco. It shows up in white patches and usually is painless.
  • Oral Cancer
    A sore that does not go away, causing extreme discomfort. Causes include smoking tobacco products, overexposure to direct sunlight, heavy drinking, family history of cancer.
  • TMJ
    Problem with the jaw that causes severe pain to the jaw, ear, neck, and face.
  • Chipped Teeth
    Tiny chipping or cracking in the tooth that the dentist will offer dental bonding, contouring, veneers, or crowns.
  • Gum Disease
    Bacteria accumulation along the gum lines causes irritation, inflammation, and swelling.
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