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Mouth and teeth

A healthy mouth is important to your overall health and for eating, drinking, breathing and speaking. Get tips for keeping your mouth healthy here.

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Dental care for babies and children

Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.

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Dental care and teeth cleaning

Tooth brushing stops plaque build-up and prevents cavities. Find out how to brush, floss and wash your teeth and mouth to keep them healthy.

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Halitosis (bad breath)

Halitosis (bad breath) is normal when you wake up, before cleaning your teeth. Sometimes halitosis can be a sign of another dental or medical problem.

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Personal hygiene

Good personal hygiene is important and will prevent you from catching or spreading germs. Learn more about how to look after your body here.

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Personal hygiene for children

Good personal hygiene can boost your child's self-esteem, as well as keep them healthy. Find tips and links that will help support your children.

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Oral sex and mouth care

Mouth sores can sometimes happen as a result of oral sex. If you think you have developed mouth sores it is important to seek advice from your doctor.

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Gum disease

Gum disease is when the tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth becomes infected. Find out about the symptoms and treatments for gum disease.

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Dental care

Dental care is essential to staying healthy. Find out how to keep your mouth healthy with good oral hygiene and dental check-ups.

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Tongue-tie division (infant)

A tongue-tie joins the tongue to the floor of the mouth. Dividing the tongue-tie should allow your baby to feed better and improve oral hygiene.

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