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Learn helpful tips from WebMD on fighting tooth decay and cavities.

What are wisdom teeth and why do they sometimes require removal? Learn more from the experts at WebMD.

Do you or a loved one grind teeth at night? Find out what can be done for teeth grinding (bruxism), as well as causes and consequences.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint (or TMJ), and surrounding facial muscles.

Learn what causes bad breath as well as how to treat and prevent it.

Are your teeth crooked, or do you have an overbite or underbite? WebMD explains how to find out if you need braces and what procedures are involved in straightening teeth.

WebMD explains tooth plaque and why it can harm your teeth.

Dental implants may be an option for people with missing teeth. Learn more.

There are many types of dental crowns and they're used for a variety of situations. Learn more about your teeth and crowns.

Treatments for gum disease vary from medication to surgery. Learn more about the options.

Do your teeth twinge when you eat or drink? Find out what could be causing your sensitive teeth -- and how to treat it.

Dental veneers can improve the appearance of your teeth. Find out the pros and cons of veneers from the experts at WebMD.

Severe tooth pain, swollen gums, or pain when you chew could be signs of an abscessed tooth. Learn what causes it, how to treat it, and common ways to prevent it.

Dental bridges literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. Learn more here.

A toothache is pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by a number of dental problems. Get tips from WebMD on how to prevent and treat toothaches.

It takes a lot of different health care providers to keep your mouth healthy. Learn all about these specialists from dentists or prosthodontists.

Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Learn more from WebMD about different approaches to stimulating the salivary glands.

Learn about air abrasion, a technique some dentists use to remove tooth decay without a drill.

Learn about tooth restorations, including fillings, implants, crowns, bridges, and dentures.

Using mouth guards during sports or athletic activity can help prevent dental damage. They can also be worn at night to prevent teeth grinding.

WebMD explains canker sores, mouth ulcers that may be caused by anything from hot foods to hormones.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a peritonsillar abscess, a potentially dangerous infection that forms next to the tonsils.