Lockjaw (trismus) is a painful condition that limits your ability to open your mouth all the way. It occurs when the muscles you use to chew spasm, meaning they can’t relax completely. The term ...

Falling asleep with our mouths open happens to all of us and many think it isn't such a big deal. However, there are some eye-opening things connected to open-mouth sleeping. Our facial muscles tense ...

That slightly open mouth while concentrating. The subtle parting of lips during sleep. The tendency to breathe through your mouth instead of your nose during exercise. These seemingly innocent habits ...

Dear Eric: I play cards weekly with a group. One of the women sometimes chews gum during our games, noisily and with her mouth open. This is worse than fingernails on a chalkboard to me. Why do ...

Can something as simple as taping your mouth at night provide benefits for sleep apnea, snoring, and bad breath? Read on to learn why it’s not a proven treatment and could be dangerous to your health.

DEAR ERIC: I play cards weekly with a group. One of the women sometimes chews gum during our games, noisily and with her mouth open. This is worse than fingernails on a chalkboard to me. Why do ...