Let’s start by saying that oral hygiene can stop a host of potential mouth ailments before they ever have a chance to settle in and begin to cause problems. Having established the importance of good hygiene, it is also important to note that some infections occur in people who are practicing a diligent oral cleansing routine. Read more »

Maybe you have not heard of the mouth infection thrush, but you probably have heard of the candida fungus, more commonly known as yeast, that causes the condition. The fungus can also cause diaper rash in babies and vaginal infections in women. Read more »

Canker sore is a type of mouth ulcer thought to develop as part of an immune system reaction. Some people confuse it with cold sores but it differs in cause, location and treatment. Read more »