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Results 1 - 10 of 84 for teeth
  1. Tooth Decay (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is damage to a tooth's surface, or enamel. It happens when bacteria in your mouth make acids that attack ...
  2. Child Dental Health (National Library of Medicine)  
    Healthy teeth are important to your child's overall health. From the time your child is born, there are things you can do to promote healthy teeth and prevent cavities. For babies, you should clean ...
  3. Dentures (National Library of Medicine)  
    Dentures are false teeth made to replace teeth you have lost. They can be complete or partial. Complete dentures cover your entire upper or lower jaw. Partials replace one or a ...
  4. Tooth Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    What are teeth? Your teeth are made of a hard, bonelike material. There are four parts: Enamel, your tooth's hard surface Dentin, the hard yellow part under ...
  5. Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (National Library of Medicine)  
    Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is a group of genetic nerve disorders. It is named after the three doctors who first ...
  6. Dental Health (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... important to take care of your mouth and teeth starting in childhood. If you don't, you could have problems with your teeth and gums - like cavities or even tooth loss. ...
  7. Orthodontia (National Library of Medicine)  
    Some people have naturally straight teeth that fit together. But if you have problems with your bite or the spacing of your teeth, you may need orthodontic ...
  8. Gum Disease (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... damage to the tissue and bone supporting the teeth. In the worst cases, you can lose teeth. In gingivitis, the gums become red and swollen. ... flossing and regular cleanings by a dentist or dental hygienist. Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. If ...
  9. Jaw Injuries and Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... is a set of bones that holds your teeth. It includes: The maxilla, which is the upper part of your jaw. It holds your top teeth in place and doesn't move. It also ...
  10. Bad Breath (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... build up in your mouth and between your teeth produce the bad odor. Other problems in your ... can cause a specific breath odor. Having good dental habits, like brushing and flossing regularly, help fight ...
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