Drinking as little as 9 grams of alcohol a day may increase mouth cancer risk by 50%. A new study links alcohol to higher ...

Many mouth ulcers clear up in a matter of days, but if one lingers for many days then the problem could be more than just an ...

Your last meal is usually to blame if there's a bad taste lingering in your mouth — but it could also be a sign you're sick.

Mouth sores have many possible causes, such as infections, trauma, and tobacco use. Seek care for certain mouth sores, like ones with white patches or that develop after you start a new medication.

Smoking marijuana can increase cavities, tooth loss and the risk of oral cancers — but you can take steps to protect yourself.

Swelling on the roof of your mouth may be caused by a cold sore, canker sore, injury, or more. If the swelling isn’t getting better or is accompanied by severe pain, see a doctor. The delicate skin on ...

New research suggests that even light alcohol use may carry serious risks. A large study in India found that drinking just ...

There are seven reasons why you may have this horrible taste in your mouth - and it can be easy to get rid of without ...

Does your mouth taste like you’ve been munching on old coins? There’s a medical name for that: dysgeusia, a condition that can make your mouth taste metallic, salty, or rancid. When you think about ...