Smoking and other tobacco use can cause oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay.

Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel and the dentin layer of the tooth.

Toothaches and jaw pain are common but can have different sources. Learn more from the experts at WebMD.

Tooth sensitivity is discomfort in one or more teeth that is triggered by hot, cold, sweet or sour foods, or drinks, or cold air.

Bad breath is often caused by bacteria in your mouth that gives off noxious odors or gases that smell like sulfur.

Bad breath, medically called halitosis, can result from poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems.

We need saliva to moisten and cleanse our mouths and digest food. When we don't produce enough saliva, our mouth gets dry.

All drugs, whether taken by mouth or injected, come with a risk of side effects. Learn which meds might cause oral side effects.

Many different types of oral health care providers could become involved in the care of your teeth, gums, and mouth.

The healthier your teeth and gums are, the less risk you have for tooth decay and gum disease.

You and your dentist will be long-term oral health care partners; therefore, you should find someone you can be comfortable with.

While piercing the tongue, lip, or cheek may be attractive to some, there are many health risks associated with oral piercing.

Most often crooked teeth, overbites, and underbites are inherited traits just as the color of your eyes or size of your hands.

More and more people are having success with clear orthodontic devices called aligners.

If you have crooked teeth and/or a misaligned bite, braces and retainers can help straighten teeth.

Find out what conditions might require oral surgery and what to expect.