Text missing in programs and online

hi,
So text hasn't been displaying on my imac correctly for a few years now and i would really like to get to the bottom of it. Certain websites and programs don't display text! I have no idea why. I have tried updating my OSX updating the programs using different browsers etc. I am currently on Mountain Lion and started on Snow Leopard.
Itunes:
IGN website:
Odeon website:
Dashboard:
I really hope somone can help fix this!
Many Many thanks!
Josh

Back up all data.
Launch the Font Book application and validate all fonts. You must select the fonts in order to validate them. See the built-in help and this support article for instructions. If Font Book finds any issues, resolve them.
From the application's menu bar, select
File ▹ Restore Standard Fonts...
You'll be prompted to confirm, and then to enter your administrator login password.
Boot in safe mode to rebuild the font caches. Boot again as usual and test.
Note: If FileVault is enabled, or if a firmware password is set, or if the boot volume is a software RAID, you can’t boot in safe mode. In that case, ask for instructions.
Also note that if you deactivate or remove any built-in fonts, for instance by using a third-party font manager, the system may become unstable.

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