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Tongue-tie is a pretty common condition. It usually is present at birth.  Everyone has a piece of skin under the tongue and it goes to the floor of the mouth behind the lower teeth. It is called the lingual frenum. In some kids it is attached higher than normal almost immediately behind the lower teeth. It might be …

Couple of things to keep in mind… A lot of people use lozenges to relieve sore throat. Sometimes they keep one in their cheek round the clock. Caution: that keeps it in contact with the teeth for a long time and that can cause cavities. If you have to use them, here are a few …

I keep seeing patients with geographic tongues at least once a month. Sometimes patients know that they have something on their tongue. Geographic tongue is a harmless condition. It does not lead to any other conditions and does not cause any major health risks. Normally a tongue has papillae on it. They are usually pink …

All these taste great but are not good for your teeth. Most of the treats are high in fat and sugar content. That doesn’t mean you should not enjoy these treats. Eat them in moderation. Sip water all day long to get rid of the food particles from your teeth and to wash off the …