Healthy teeth and gums and a confident smile is something we all aspire to but a healthy mouth is also a boost to our overall good health. When symptoms like bleeding gums, eroded enamel or cavities appear they could indicate an underlying health problem.
White spots on the tongue are of particular concern as it could be caused by oral thrush whose other symptoms include:
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Cracked corners of the mouth
A doctor will prescribe an antifungal medication to treat oral thrush but it should be discussed with your dentist as soon as the first symptoms appear. A full article on dental early warning signs can be read at http://www.health.com/oral-health/oral-symptoms#91e274f6-0309-4f45-89fc-0efbd737ab40.