Definition of canker sores
The canker sore is a small ulcer in the mouth. It is presented as an erosion of the mucosa, it is white, surrounded by an area a little red, sometimes the center is yellow. The ulcers are more or less large, more or less numerous.
They are most often located on the inside of the cheeks, tongue, under the tongue, sometimes at the gums . Depending on their location, ulcers are more or less painful. Continue reading
The gum is the lining that covers the upper and lower jaw in the mouth. It’s a thick fabric pink covering the base of the teeth , around the collar.
What is gingivitis?
The gingivitis is inflammation of the gums. They are manifested by gum more or less red, more or less swollen sometimes bleed easily. They can give a bad breath .
Sometimes the gum retracts, revealing the tops of dents.La gingivitis can progress to periodontal disease and lead to loss of teeth and eventually loss. Continue reading