Tag: poor oral hygiene
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15 Habits to Prevent Tonsil Stones
These strategies help stop the formation of tonsilloliths. Have you ever experienced a sudden, unpleasant taste in your mouth or noticed a small, hard lump when swallowing? You might have encountered what’s commonly known as tonsil stones. Though they’re not usually a topic of everyday conversation, tonsilloliths are a relatively common and generally harmless condition…
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7 Things That Cause Salivary Stones (And How to Prevent Them)
Salivary stones, also called Sialolithiasis, is a condition that causes benign calcified masses in the salivary glands or ducts. These mouth stones can lead to pain, cheeks and tongue inflammation, and saliva obstruction if left unaddressed. Calcium buildup in the salivary ducts occurs due to several factors, including dehydration, certain autoimmune disorders and medications, and…
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Dentists Explain 10 Causes of Halitosis (And How to Fix It)
There’s nothing worse than bad breath. Have you ever had such horrible halitosis that you can’t stand the smell of your own breath? Many conditions can cause your breath to smell foul, and there are ways to combat these issues. Did you know that many people have extreme anxiety when it comes to their breath,…