Actinomycosis

Actinomycosis, ak tuh nuh my KOH sihs, is a rare, infectious disease that affects human beings.... More >>

Cleft palate

Cleft palate, PAL iht, is a birth defect in which there is a split in the roof of the mouth. Many... More >>

Mouth

Mouth is the part of the body that is adapted for taking in food. The lips at the mouth opening... More >>

Palate

Palate, PAL iht, is the roof of the mouth. The palate has two parts, the hard palate, in front,... More >>

Periodontitis

Periodontitis, pehr ee oh don TY tihs, is a disease of the gums and of the bone that supports the... More >>

Teeth

Teeth are hard, bonelike structures in the upper and lower jaws of human beings and many kinds of... More >>

Tongue

Tongue is the chief organ of taste. It also helps in chewing and swallowing, and plays an... More >>

Trench mouth

Trench mouth is an infection that affects the mouth and throat. The condition is also known by... More >>