A number of conditions could result in a bleeding tongue. Some of these conditions are serious while others pose no long-term health risk. The most common causes of a bleeding tongue include: sudden harsh biting of the tongue mouth sores injuries from dentures or braces eating sharp or hard foods radiation treatment for cancer This…

Andrew Legg explains why it’s important to take small steps in your implant dentistry journey. It is quite common for those starting out in implant dentistry to want to tackle the most rewarding, expensive and ‘sexy’ cases as soon as possible. Full arch implant education and reconstruction is about as complex as it will get in…

Black teeth can be a sign of an underlying decay or cavities that should be addressed as soon as possible. However, black teeth may also be the result of staining. Different foods and drinks can leave behind a bit of pigment, causing the teeth to turn black. Teeth owe their color to the high amount…

Implantguideprint introduces its course on guided implant surgery. Guided implant surgery is changing the way implant dentistry is conducted. At its best it can allow much more accurate and consistent placement of implants, even if you are very experienced. This has many obvious benefits, including the possibility to do flapless procedures, which offers significant advantage…

The MSc/PGDip in Dental Implantology course is aimed to equip dental clinicians with core clinical skills and competency in both the restorative and surgical aspects of implant dentistry, through a combination of clinical support and academic teaching in accordance with the GDP/FGDP training Standards in Implant Dentistry. Why study at the Implant Centres of Excellence?…

Biohorizons introduces its range of dental implant courses. The implant industry is, arguably, moving faster than any other area of dentistry with the development of new technologies and the advancement of digitisation. More and more products are coming to the market with a fully digital workflow, removing the need for traditional dental impressions and instead…

Wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common dental surgeries. It can take up to 2 weeks to recover fully after wisdom teeth removal. Looking after the wound properly can help a person to heal as quickly as possible. Wisdom teeth are large teeth that grow at the very back of the mouth. Most…

White gums often suggest that something is amiss with a person’s oral health. Several conditions can cause white gums, from simple canker sores to long-term inflammatory illnesses. In rare cases, white gums can indicate oral cancer, so it is essential to see a doctor for a proper diagnosis. Read on to learn more about white…

Drinking alcohol can heighten the risk of many ills, such as heart disease. But what are the harmful underlying mechanisms set in motion by alcohol consumption? One study shows that alcoholic drinks may drive changes in the mouth’s microbiome that end up affecting the entire body. Alcohol puts our oral microbiota out of kilter, with…

Drooling is expected in babies, who do not yet have full control over their mouths or swallowing muscles. But drooling is often embarrassing for children and adults. Many people may avoid discussing this symptom. Drooling can occur for many reasons. Most people drool every once in a while. It is especially common while sleeping, when…