People on TikTok are claiming that consuming borax can help treat different things, ranging from joint pain to eye swelling to mouth swelling to menstrual cramps to even cancer. (AP Photo/Matt York, ...

Trips and falls, a sharp line drive off a baseball bat, or an automobile accident can all result in a dental emergency. Some ...

COVID tongue is not extremely common, but it can happen. It describes symptoms like glossitis (a red and swollen tongue) that ...

Salivary glands produce saliva and empty it into a person’s mouth. Saliva helps make food moist, making it easier for people to chew, swallow, and digest. Saliva also helps keep the mouth clean. A ...

Some food allergies can cause mouth sores. Examples include allergies to apples, bananas, carrots, and some nuts. Food allergies can trigger conditions such as oral allergy syndrome (OAS) and allergic ...

The bacteria in your mouth impacts the health of your whole body. Here's how to stay healthy from teeth to toes. Your mouth is home to a complex community of microorganisms, known as the oral ...

MRS is a rare disorder that causes recurrent facial and mouth swelling, facial paralysis, and problems with your tongue. Treatment with corticosteroids and occasionally surgery may be helpful.

Mucositis, or mouth sores, is a common side effect of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant. The mouth is one of the most sensitive parts of the body and is especially vulnerable ...

Trench mouth, also known as necrotizing gingivitis, is a severe gum disease caused by different types of bacteria. It is a non-contagious condition that leads to painful, bleeding gums and open sores ...

Infections, injuries, jaw problems, and cancer can all cause mouth pain. The location and type of pain, plus any other symptoms that occur with it, can help with identifying the cause. The pain may ...