Canker sores are small wounds (ulcers) that appear on the mucosa of the mouth, both on the inside of the cheek and lips as well as the tongue. They are characterized by a whitish central area delimited by a reddish halo, they do not usually exceed half a cm in diameter and are usually very … Read more
There are different diseases or disorders that affect the tongue. Among the main ones are geographic tongue or benign migratory glossitis and cleft tongue. What is geographic tongue or benign migratory glossitis? Benign migratory glossitis, also known as geographic tongue, is a disorder that appears on the dorsum of the tongue, i.e. the upper surface … Read more
It is currently estimated that 1 in 4 adults, mainly women, suffer from a sensation of dry mouth, a syndrome also known as xerostomia. In the vast majority of cases, this sensation is usually accompanied by a real decrease in the amount of saliva or hyposalivation. What are the causes of dry mouth? There are … Read more
Lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the skin and oral mucosa. Dr. DÃdac Sotorra explains that the cause is unknown although it is known to be autoimmune in nature. It has been linked to hepatitis C and hypothyroidism, among others. The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified oral lichen planus as a potentially … Read more
The objective of Dr. Moreno Cabello Dental Clinic is to achieve beautiful teeth in a healthy body, both in children and adults. This should be achieved especially during growth, which is why this stage in the life of children is so important. For this, there are some principles that must be followed if we want … Read more
During the gestation period there are a series of changes in the pregnant woman’s body that may favor the appearance of dental or periodontal problems, so a timely oral diagnosis and treatment plan should be provided in order to avoid complications. Dental specialists indicate that the best way to prevent these dental problems during pregnancy. … Read more
Canker sores are small sores that appear at various locations in the mouth. What causes canker sores? The common cause of canker sores is currently unknown. It has been related to several factors but none of them are determinant, such as: stress, certain foods, sun exposure, lack of vitamins, etc. What is recommended to cure … Read more
Since the period of coronavirus confinement is taking longer than expected, many people who wear orthodontics are not receiving the treatment or follow-up that they should. But what care is available to us and what can we do at home to ensure that orthodontics continues to do its job? Depending on the treatment we follow, … Read more
What are dental sealants? Dental sealants are a plastic material that is placed in the chewing area of permanent molars to protect them against caries. At what age are they placed and how effective are they? Sealants are usually placed on molars between the ages of 6 and 12. It has been shown that the … Read more
Cleft lip, also called cleft lip, is a characteristic that some children are born with due to various factors. Both cleft lip and cleft palate, or a combination of both, occur during gestation: they are congenital, but that does not mean that they are always hereditary. It seems that taking folic acid supplements during pregnancy … Read more