Oral Health
Tooth Decay: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention
Tooth decay occurs when the hard outer surface of your tooth — called enamel — gets damaged by acid. This acid comes from bacteria …
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Oral Health
Dental Sealants for Kids: What Parents Should Know
A dental sealant is a thin, protective coating made from a safe resin material. A dentist applies it to the chewing surface of the …
Skin Conditions
Neurodermatitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Neurodermatitis — also called lichen simplex chronicus — is a stubborn skin condition. It begins with an itch that triggers …
Skin Conditions
Birthmarks: Types, Causes & When to Worry
The exact cause of most birthmarks is not fully understood. Experts believe genetics plays a role.
Pregnancy Complications
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Symptoms, Treatment & Fertility
Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of the female upper reproductive tract. It most often starts when bacteria from a …
Sexual Health & STDs
Trichomoniasis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Trichomoniasis is a vaginal infection caused by a microscopic parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis.
Oral Health
Missing Teeth: Your Options for Replacement in Canada
Dealing with missing teeth is more common than you might think. Whether you’ve lost a tooth to decay, injury, or gum disease, …
Oral Health
Dental Abscess: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A dental abscess is a pocket of pus that forms inside or around a tooth. It happens when bacteria infect the tissue surrounding …
Skin Conditions
Lichen Planus: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Lichen planus is an inflammatory condition that affects the skin and mucous membranes. It produces small, flat-topped bumps that …
Skin Conditions
Herpes Simplex Virus: Symptoms, Types & Treatment
The herpes simplex virus is one of the most common viral infections in the world. It affects millions of Canadians and comes in …