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Results 1 - 10 of 46 for Oral hygiene
  1. Aging changes in teeth and gums 
    ... warts and several other cancers) Poor dental and oral hygiene Taking medicines that weaken the immune system (immunosuppressants) ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000951.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Dental care - adult 
    Tooth decay and gum disease are caused by plaque, a sticky combination of bacteria and food. Plaque begins to build up on teeth within ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001957.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Trench mouth 
    ... Emotional stress (such as studying for exams) Poor oral hygiene Poor nutrition Smoking Weak immune system Throat, tooth, ... prescribe antibiotics if you have a fever. Good oral hygiene is vital to the treatment of trench mouth. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001044.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Salivary gland infections 
    ... salivary duct stones Poor cleanliness in the mouth ( oral hygiene ) Low amounts of water in the body, most ... home to help with recovery include: Practice good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth and floss well at least ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001041.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Oral cancer 
    ... that weaken the immune system Poor dental and oral hygiene Some oral cancers begin as a white plaque ( ... use Visiting the dentist regularly and practicing good oral hygiene The HPV vaccine recommended for children and young ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001035.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Gingivostomatitis 
    ... virus . It may occur in people with poor oral hygiene. ... you can do at home include: Practice good oral hygiene . Brush your gums well to reduce the risk ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001052.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Gingivitis 
    ... loosen and remove deposits from your teeth. Careful oral hygiene is necessary after professional teeth cleaning. Your dentist ... Good oral hygiene is the best way to prevent gingivitis. Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Floss at ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001056.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Tooth - abnormal colors 
    Good oral hygiene will help if teeth are stained from a food or fluid, or if they are discolored due ... on the surface may be eliminated with proper oral hygiene or teeth-whitening systems. More severe discoloration may ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003065.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Breath odor 
    ... supplements? Do you smoke? What home care and oral hygiene measures have you tried? How effective are they? Have you had a recent sore throat , sinus infection , tooth abscess ... inspection of your mouth and nose. A throat culture may be taken ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Oral anatomy (image) 
    ... a variety of foods to remain healthy. Good oral hygiene prevents many of the dental and oral disorders that need to be prevented in order ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9710.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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