Tongue is the affliction of cancer cells in the region of the tongue. This cancer is considered an oral cavity cancer. Cancer occurs when the normal process of cell division and new growth goes astray. The old cells fail to die off to make way for new cells thereby forming a mass.

This mass can be either malignant or benign with every hope of it being the latter of the two. A benign tumor poses no risk and removal of the tumor is only necessary. However, a malignant tumor …

Dental x-rays are very special tools that dentist use when diagnosing dental problems or when determining the health of your teeth and mouth. There are different types of X-rays that children and adults are given when they are at the dentist office.

Children:

A dentist may use X-rays for children in order to see how the child’s teeth are erupting, to count the number of teeth, to see the size and position of teeth that have not erupted yet and to determine if there are any missing teeth or extra teeth that have not erupted through the …

Inspired by 50 Simple Ways to Pamper Yourself, by Stephanie Tourles (Storey Books, 1999).

INGREDIENTS

* 1/4 cup distilled water
* 1/4 cup vodka
* 5 drops essential oil of clove
* 5 drops essential oil of anise
* 5 drops essential oil of cinnamon
* 5 drops essential oil of orange

1. Mix all ingredients and place in a bottle with a spray mister top.

2. Before each use, shake thoroughly.

For many of us, bad breath is a temporary – yet inconvenient – problem. Provided that your unfit breath isn’t induced by digestive troubles, periodontal disease, or similar medical problems, utilizing herbs and natural means to freshen your breath are effective and safe.

Here are a few ideas for herbal breath fresheners.

1. Cardamom
This is an herb – or, more correctly, a spice – that carries cineole, which acts as an antiseptic. Chew a couple of seeds to make your breath smell spicy and clean your mouth.

2. Eucalyptus
A derivative of this …

* Chamomile – 10 drops
* Eucalyptus globulus – 10 drops
* Lavender – 10 drops
* Rosemary 10 drops
* Tea Tree – 10 drops

Mix all oils together in an amber bottle. Use 3-4 drops in a bowl of steaming water. You do not need to inhale directly, just let the steamy water, moisturize the air and send the essential oils throughout the room.

If you prefer you can mix 10-15 drops in 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) of Sweet almond and after mixing well, apply the back, chest and throat area. This will help relieve coughs and congestion.

Cancer of the mouth and throat will involve the oral cavity and the upper part of the throat. Both of these function in breathing, talking, chewing and swallowing. Important structures include the lips, the inside lining of the cheeks, teeth, gums, tongue, floor of the mouth, back of the throat and roof of the mouth. Each area has a different function and has many different types of cells that develop into these structures. Cancer will happen when normal cells undergo a transformation and multiply without normal controls.

The two most likely kinds …

* 3 parts thyme leaf
* 2 parts plantain
* 1 part mullein leaf

Use 1-2 tsp. of the herb mixture per cup of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 min.

A persistent unpleasant odor coming from your mouth will discourage folk from listening to what you have to say so many salespeople try to avoid bad breath. Most of us probably know that there is a connection between bad breath and dental health but few pay attention until someone points out the embarrassing fact that you have bad breath.

The primary cause of bad breath is bacteria. Bacteria normally lives in your mouth and has a purpose for being there but if the conditions are ideal the bacteria can grow causing morning mouth, or bad breath …

Do you suffer from dry mouth? You may not have enough saliva, to keep your mouth moistened. It is not that uncommon to have dry mouth once in a while we all get nervous and have dry mouth, or we get upset and get dry mouth but some of us have dry mouth on a continual basis which can lead to dental health problems.

Saliva has an important role in our dental health care. Saliva helps to digest food, protects teeth from decay, and also can help control the bacteria in our mouth, which helps to …

Caring for your childs teeth is an important aspect of caring for your child. Children are developing cavities at younger and younger ages because of the foods that they eat and poor dental care. Doing one more task before bed or when they get up in the morning can sometimes feel like climbing a mountain to a parent.

But, it is the parents responsibility to teach the child how to care for his teeth in the best way possible so they are not faced with cavities, fillings, gum disease and bone loss by the …