Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Gum cancer, also called gingiva cancer, occurs when cells in the gum grow out of control, forming tumors or lesions. A common form of gum cancer is squamous cell ...
Examine your mouth and teeth for signs of red, swollen gums and plaque or tartar on the teeth near the gums. Measure the depth of the pocket below your gums with a probe. The larger and deeper the ...
When a dog's teeth are worn down to the gums this may be the result of loss of tooth substance which often results secondary to mechanical wear. Affected dogs should see the vet for a dental ...