People with scalloped tongue have tongues with indented, rippled, or scalloped edges. Scalloping is the most noticeable on the outermost sides of the tongue. Scalloped tongue is sometimes called rippled tongue, crenated tongue, piecrust tongue, or lingua indenta. The condition is rarely painful or a sign of more serious complications, but knowing the cause of…

A toothache is a pain in and around the teeth and jaws. Tooth decay, an infection, loose or broken fillings, or receding gums can cause it. If the pain lasts for more than 1 or 2 days, it is best to see a dentist immediately to have it treated. Until then, the following simple remedies…

Lie bumps are small red or white bumps that occur on the tongue and cause discomfort. “Lie bumps” is the common name for transient lingual papillitis. People used to believe that these bumps appeared on a person’s tongue when they lied. While this superstition is long forgotten, the name has stuck. This article explores the…

Xanthan gum is a food thickener made from bacteria that infect numerous plants. It is an ingredient in a wide variety of foods, as well as products such as toothpaste. Though it may offer some health benefits, it is used primarily to change the texture of food, not for any specific health need. Xanthan gum…

Peri-implantitis continues to remain prevalent among implant patients, causing considerable complications to the individual. The advanced inflammation it elicits has been shown to induce pathological changes at the interface between the implant and surrounding tissue, inducing resorption of the alveolar bone in which the implant is anchored and ultimately causing failure. Bacterial accumulation and the…

An analysis of microbes sampled from the mouths of more than 120,000 people has found that two types of bacteria that lead to gum disease are also linked to higher risk of esophageal cancer. Researchers have identified certain species of oral bacteria that influence the risk of esophageal cancer. The study — led by NYU…

Hairy tongue is a medical condition where the surface of the tongue takes on a discolored and furry appearance. Although it may seem unpleasant, hairy tongue is a relatively harmless condition that can be easily dealt with in most cases. Here, we will discuss what hairy tongue is, how it can be triggered and how…

For many of us, a swig of mouthwash twice per day forms a part of our oral hygiene routine. But according to new research, this seemingly beneficial practice may pose a surprising health risk: mouthwash use could increase the risk of diabetes. Researchers suggest that frequent mouthwash use could increase the risk of diabetes. Researchers…

The medical name for a pins and needles sensation is parasthesia. It can affect all parts of the body, including the tongue. In this article, we look at the most common reasons for a tingling tongue, and explore more unusual causes, such as migraine and stroke. Overview Tingling or numbness in the tongue can be…

The Faculty of General Dental Practice UK (FGDP(UK)) has announced it will be updating its standards on implant dentistry. Led by Professor Cemal Ucer, along with Dr Simon Wright and Dr Andrew Shelley, Standards in Implant Dentistry, which will be released next year, will provide evidence-graded recommendations categorised using the FGDP(UK) ‘ABC’ (aspirational, basic, conditional) notation. ‘Delivery of satisfactory dental implant treatment, and…