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Burning Mouth Syndrome: Why does my mouth feel like it's burning?

Burning Mouth Syndrome causes a scalded sensation often with no visible cause. Here's what triggers it and how it's treated. Reviewed by Dr Cristian Dunker.

Updated 28 May 2026

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Dry Mouth

Xerostomia (Dry Mouth): Why Your Mouth Feels Dry and What Can Help

Xerostomia (dry mouth) is a common symptom with many possible causes. Learn what triggers it, when it points to a systemic condition, and the practical steps that bring relief.

Updated 28 May 2026

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Prevention

Choosing the Right Toothbrush: Manual vs Electric

Manual or electric? A patient guide to what the evidence shows, when each is enough, the difference between oscillating-rotating and sonic, and the bristle and head specs that actually matter.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Prevention

How to Brush Your Teeth Properly

A plain-language, evidence-based guide to brushing technique, frequency, toothpaste amount, and the spit-don't-rinse rule. Includes guidance for children, braces, dry mouth, and gum disease.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Patches

Denture stomatitis: why does the mucosa under my denture look red?

Denture stomatitis is a painless red patch under the denture from Candida. Here's how to clear it with hygiene, antifungal care and night-time removal.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Patches

Chronic Hyperplastic Candidiasis (Candidal Leukoplakia): A stubborn white patch

Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis is a persistent white patch from Candida infection, often linked to smoking. Here's how it's diagnosed and treated.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Hypodontia and Supernumerary Teeth: When teeth are missing or extra

Hypodontia is missing teeth that never formed; supernumerary teeth are extras beyond the normal set. Here's how each is diagnosed and managed at any age.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Eruption Cyst (Eruption Hematoma): A soft bluish swelling over a new tooth

An eruption cyst is a harmless bluish bubble on the gum over an erupting tooth. Here's what causes it and why most need only reassurance, not treatment.

Updated 24 May 2026

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