An Oklahoma mother and her boyfriend who allegedly glued shut their 7-year-old daughter’s mouth, have been charged with murder. Violet Mitchell, 7, weighed only 29 pounds when she died in August.

Dry mouth (also known as xerostomia) happens when your salivary glands don't make enough spit for your mouth to stay wet. Saliva is important for moistening and cleansing our mouths and for ...

Second only to the gut, the mouth is home to a diverse microbial community, with more than 700 species of bacteria alone colonising our teeth, tongues and soft tissues. Receive a weekly dose of ...

A bitter taste in mouth can be the result of a course of specific medications or other oral infections and diseases. Here is how to get rid of it. Certain medications and deficiencies can lead to a ...

How to cure mouth ulcers naturally Mouth ulcers can be incredibly frustrating—they make eating, talking, and even smiling painful. These sores pop up due to stress, minor injuries, or certain foods.