Gum Health

Blisters or soreness of the tongue can be quite debilitating. It can be uncomfortable, even painful, to speak and eat, making them very hard to ignore to get on with your daily life. Most causes of tongue blisters are not a reason for concern1. Many will heal within a few days, but some can take several weeks.2 Common causes of blisters on the tongue Mouth ulcers A common cause of...

Most of us have experienced the irritation of a mouth ulcer at some point. These painful spots – also known as canker sores – are small round lesions which appear white in colour with a faint red border. They can develop anywhere on the inside...

Pimple or cold sore? To help you identify the difference, we explain what causes a cold sore in five simple facts. It happened overnight. A red bump appeared on your face while you were sleeping. And it’s suspiciously close to your lips. And now all...