Types of mouth sores include canker sores, cold sores, leukoplakia and candidiasis. They vary in their severity and causes. Mouth sores could be the symptom of a disease or disorder; infection from bacteria, viruses or fungus or result from irritation caused by braces, dentures or the sharp edge of a broken tooth or filling. Your dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer.
Above article from: MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Tinley Park
North Creek Dental Care
Tom Ryan, DDS • John W. Athos, DDS • Kate Goesel, DDS
18425 West Creek Drive • Suite I
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 532-4131
If your mouth or jaw hurt, it could be from a toothache. Toothaches usually indicate a cavity but they can also signal gum disease. In some cases, a toothache is a sign of an abscess or impacted tooth. A toothache should be evaluated by a dentist right away to determine the cause of the problem and prevent the tooth from dying.
Above article from: MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Tinley Park
North Creek Dental Care
Tom Ryan, DDS • John W. Athos, DDS • Kate Goesel, DDS
18425 West Creek Drive • Suite I
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 532-4131
Many things can cause these symptoms, which can make it difficult to diagnose. Possible causes include sinus problems, toothache, arthritis, injury, teeth grinding, gingivitis or problems with your jaw like TMJ. Your dentist will conduct a thorough exam, which may include X-rays, to determine the source of the pain.
Above article from: MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Tinley Park
North Creek Dental Care
Tom Ryan, DDS • John W. Athos, DDS • Kate Goesel, DDS
18425 West Creek Drive • Suite I
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 532-4131
