Five Unusual Gum Conditions 🎙️

Welcome back to the Gum Guru Podcast, where Dr. Macon Singletary dives into five unusual gum conditions that might be affecting you or someone you know, but are rarely discussed. If you've ever wondered about those little bumps in your mouth or why certain spots are so sensitive, this episode is a must-listen!

🦷 What’s Inside Your Mouth? Did you know there could be little knots of bone in your mouth that you've never noticed? Dr. Singletary explains the mystery of Tori and Osteomas—benign bony growths that can form on the floor of your mouth or on the roof of your mouth. Why do they appear, and when should you be concerned about them?

⚠️ Lichen Planus: What’s That Streaky White Stuff? Have you ever noticed streaky white patches in your mouth or experienced the sensation of tissue sloughing? It could be lichen planus, an autoimmune phenomenon that affects the soft tissues inside your mouth. Dr. Singletary reveals how to identify it and what can aggravate it (hint: cinnamon and chocolate could be culprits!).

💧 Mucoceles: When Your Saliva Gets Stuck Mucoceles are fluid-filled sacs that can appear on the inside of your mouth, especially under the tongue. Some people get huge ranulas that can be quite noticeable. Learn how these benign cysts form and what to do about them if they start causing trouble.

😣 Cold Sores vs. Canker Sores: What’s the Difference? Are you team fever blister or team aphthous ulcer? Dr. Singletary breaks down the key differences between these two common but often misunderstood conditions. Find out how to manage them and what treatments actually work.

This episode is packed with insights that will leave you questioning, "Do I have any of these conditions?" Tune in now to learn more about these unusual gum conditions and how to take care of your oral health!

🎧 Listen now and find out why your gums might have more going on than you realize!