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with seeds or nuts.

HOW HERPES ON GUMS AFFECTS YOUR ORAL CARE According to Medline Plus, common symptoms of Gingivostomatitis, or Herpetic stomatitis, include: Red, swollen and sore gums. Cold sores or blisters inside or around the mouth that can be painful if they break open. Ulcers on the gums, which can also be painful. Sore

throat.

WHAT CAUSES A GRAY TONGUE? Poor Oral Hygiene. Sometimes something as simple as a poor oral care routine can cause a white or gray coating on your tongue. The Mayo Clinic explains that the small projections on your tongue, known as papillae, can become inflamed on the tongue's surface due to poor oral hygiene. Bacteria and dead cells get trapped in these inflamed projections and give the tongue a white coating appearance. COLGATE ELIXIR TOOTHPASTES Our Commitment. Our Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program brings oral health education to more than half a billion children around the world. Colgate Reaches Children in Need Across the Globe With the Power of a Bright Smile. SEARCH FOR A JOB WITH A CONSUMER PRODUCTS LEADER Build a Bright Future With Us. When you join us, you are not merely taking a job. You are taking the first step toward building a future to smile about. Our trustworthy household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainable vision make us a company committed to building a future to smile about for our teams, consumers, and community.

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