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Oral and dental care – articles and advice

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Features on oral hygiene, dental treatment and everyday mouth care. For detailed medical content, see our Patient Information Leaflets on oral and dental care.

Children teeth

Oral and dental care

How to brush and care for your child's teeth

by Lydia Smith

mouth ulcers

Oral and dental care

What causes mouth ulcers and how to treat them

by Amberley Davis

The reasons behind your bad breath

Oral and dental care

The reasons behind your bad breath

by Gillian Harvey

The reason your gums are bleeding

Oral and dental care

The reason your gums are bleeding

by Glynis Kozma

Cold sores

Cold sores are painful blisters usually caused by the herpes virus. Learn how to ease symptoms and reduce the chance of future flare-ups.

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Dental care

Healthy teeth and gums are vital for overall health. Discover the best ways to brush, floss, and prevent dental problems before they start.

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Oral health

Oral symptoms can include things like mouth ulcers, white patches, redness, swelling, pain, or bad breath. These symptoms can be caused by a range of conditions, such as oral thrush, allergic reactions to certain foods, mouth cancer, or even poor oral hygiene.

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