Types Of Dental And Oral Diseases

• Cavities

  Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. These are areas of the tooth that have been permanently damaged and may even have holes in them. Cavities are fairly common. They occur when bacteria, food, and acid coat the teeth and form a plaque. The acid on the teeth starts to eat away at the enamel and then the underlying dentin, or connective tissue. Over time, this can lead to permanent damage.

• Gum disease (gingivitis)

  It is also called gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gums. It is usually the result of plaque building up on the teeth due to poor brushing and flossing habits. Gingivitis can make the gums swell and bleed when we brush or floss. Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis, a more serious infection.

• Periodontitis

  It is an oral disease that leads to an inflammation of the tissue around the teeth, often causing shrinkage of the gums and loosening of the teeth.

• Cracked or broken teeth

  A tooth can crack or break from an injury to the mouth, chewing hard foods, or grinding the teeth at night. A cracked tooth can be very painful.

• Sensitive teeth

  It means we feel pain or discomfort after having cold or hot foods or beverages. Tooth sensitivity is also referred to as “dentin hypersensitivity.” It sometimes occurs temporarily after having a canal or a filling. It can also be the result of gum disease, receding gums, a cracked tooth, and worn-down fillings or crowns.

• Oral cancer

  Oral cancers include cancer of the gums, tongue, lips, cheek, the floor of the mouth, and hard and soft palate. Tobacco use, such as smoking and chewing tobacco, is the biggest risk factor for oral cancer.

Some of the common types of oral diseases are cavities, gum diseases, Periodontitis, Cracked or broken teeth, Sensitive teeth, Oral cancer, etc.