It can be challenging to understand all the terminology associated with anatomy and medical conditions. What are the submandibular glands? Do they have any function

The mouth has many visible areas we hear about all the time in oral health—the teeth, the tongue, the gums. But what about the key

Do you have a space between your two front teeth? If you do, no worries. Though you may feel self-conscious about the gap, it’s actually

When we look at a tooth, we can only see the enamel. But underneath this covering, there’s a fascinating system of hard and soft tissue,

If you suddenly see tiny lines or cracks on your enamel, it’s normal to feel worried. You might think they’re a sign of something much

Hundreds of tiny bumps called papillae cover your tongue, most of which contain taste buds with sensory cells. There are four types of papillae—filiform, fungiform,

There are a lot of different reasons people bite their lips. It’s happened to everyone at least once, when they least expect it (ruining a

The depressor labii inferioris is a facial muscle that allows you to pull your lower lip down or to the side. While this muscle has

Without knowing exactly what “eye teeth” are, have you ever started a sentence exclaiming your wish for something valuable with “I’d give my eye teeth

Of the 43 muscles that control our facial functions, many let you enjoy a good meal and express your delight in what you’re eating without

When you’re inspecting your smile in the mirror, you most likely see two rows of smooth, rectangular teeth. Did you know that although your permanent

We’re all familiar with saliva as a bodily function that helps us swallow and keep our mouths from feeling too dry. But there’s a lot