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Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) cover a wide range of jaw joint and muscle problems. Here's how to recognise the signs and what helps without surgery.
Updated 24 May 2026
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune condition causing dry mouth and dry eyes, with a high risk of dental decay. Here's how it's diagnosed and managed at the dentist.
Updated 24 May 2026
Acute Bacterial Sialadenitis: An infected salivary gland explained
Acute bacterial sialadenitis is a sudden infection of a salivary gland, often triggered by dehydration. Here's how to recognise it and the urgent treatment needed.
Updated 24 May 2026
What Is a Periodontal Abscess?
A periodontal abscess is a pus collection from gum disease in a deep gum pocket. Here's how it differs from a tooth abscess and how it's treated.
Updated 24 May 2026
Pericoronitis: gum infection around a partially erupted wisdom tooth
Pericoronitis is gum inflammation around an erupting wisdom tooth. Here's how to recognise the flare-up, what helps at home and when removal is the answer.
Updated 24 May 2026
Necrotising Ulcerative Periodontitis (NUP)
Necrotising ulcerative periodontitis is a severe gum and bone infection usually linked to immune suppression. Here's how to recognise and manage it.
Updated 24 May 2026
Gingivitis: Why Your Gums Bleed When You Brush
Gingivitis is the early, reversible stage of gum disease. Here's how to spot the signs and the steps that get gums back to healthy in one to two weeks.
Updated 24 May 2026
Desquamative Gingivitis
Desquamative gingivitis is red, peeling, painful gums, usually a sign of lichen planus, pemphigoid or pemphigus. Here's how it's diagnosed and managed.
Updated 24 May 2026