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  1. Oral lichen planus - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Search for a disease or condition . Type 3 or ... Gums. Tongue. Inner tissues of the lips. Palate ... Inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis.

  2. Because of crowding and difficulty with cleaning, decay in adjacent teeth, as well as gum disease, often occurs. Treatments. Treatments. Surgical removal of ...

  3. Oral lichen planus - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    You'll likely start by seeing your primary healthcare professional or dentist. You may be referred to a specialist in gum and dental diseases, also known as a ...

  4. Leukoplakia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    This mouth condition appears as thick, white patches on the gums, the cheeks and the bottom of the mouth that cannot be scraped off.

  5. Impacted wisdom teeth - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    Extraction of a wisdom tooth usually is needed for: Infection or gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, involving the wisdom teeth. Tooth decay in ...

  6. Dental Specialties - Conditions treated - Mayo Clinic

    Diseases & conditions · Find a doctor. Care at Mayo ... Search for a disease or condition . Type 3 or ... Gum recession; Head and neck cancers · Jaw tumors ...

  7. Mouth sores caused by cancer treatment: How to cope - Mayo Clinic

    These can include gum disease, cavities or teeth that need to be pulled. Any pain or infections in your mouth will get worse after you begin treatment ...

  8. Oral health: Brush up on Dental Care Basics - Mayo Clinic News Network

    Keeping the area where your teeth meet your gums clean can prevent gum disease, while keeping your tooth surfaces clean can help you stave off cavities.

  9. Burning mouth syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    This burning sensation, without an obvious cause, may affect the tongue, gums, lips, cheeks, roof of your mouth or large areas of your mouth.

  10. Mayo Clinic Minute: Brush your way to heart health

    While taking good care of your teeth and gums isn't a proven way to prevent heart disease, Dr. Salinas says removing oral bacteria through regular brushing, ...