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X-rays Can Help Avoid Permanent Bone Damage from Bisphosphonates

X-rays may allow early detection of improper healing of the jawbone caused by the use of bisphosphonate drugs, letting dentists correct the problem early and avoid possible permanent damage, according to an article in General Dentistry.

Heavy Drinking Suggested As Cause of Oral Cancer

Oral cancer occupies the sixth place in the list of common cancer affecting men around the world today. Most of the time it was detected late and on its advance stage. Factors that said to be the underlying cause of oral cancer are smoking, human papilloma virus, gender and age and adding to the list is heavy drinking.

Mouthwash May Increase Risk Of Oral Cancer

Mouthwashes containing alcohol can cause oral cancer and should be removed from supermarket shelves, a dental health study claims. Scientists say there is now “sufficient evidence” that such mouthwashes contribute to an increased risk of the disease.

Tobacco Cause Periodontal Disease

Recent studies have shown that tobacco use may be one of the most significant risk factors in the development and progression of periodontal disease. In addition, following periodontal treatment or any type of oral surgery, the chemicals in tobacco can slow down the healing process and make the treatment results less predictable.

Gum Disease And Increased Cancer Risk

Researchers have found a link between gum disease and a significantly increased risk of cancer, in both smokers and non-smokers.

New Dental Device Detects Oral Cancer

Your next teeth cleaning could save your life. Dentists use a new device called the “Velscope” to detect oral cancer before it surfaces.

What is this small, fairly hard, growth just under my tongue?

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Its small. No pain. Annoying, because always playing with it. Gets big and small thruout the day. What is this? I’ve had it for a month now or so. I’m a 35 yr old male.
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Personally this is a guessing game since I can't see it. I don't like the idea that it has been there for a month. At first I thought it was a Tori, which is bone that develops under the tongue, in the palate or even around the teeth over years of time. Since you said it changes in size, that rules out the Tori. It could be a Sialoth, which is a blocked salivary duct. Sometimes they have to be removed for you if it doesn't pop. Normally those aren't very big, but if they never get popped or unblocked it could continue to grow. Another possibility is cancer. See a dentist and have it looked at.
Nancy, hygienist 22 years

Most likely if the size fluctuates it is a blocked saliva duct. It may be a salivary stone, similar to a kidney stone. If it becomes completely blocked, it will only grow. Go see your dentist and show him/her.
S., dental hygienist