When gums are inflamed, bacteria can enter the bloodstream, where it may harden and build up inside the arteries the same way ...

The newest addition to your dentist’s grab bag of goodies might soon be gum. European scientists describe the development of a chewing gum that detects oral infections Tuesday in Nature Communications ...

Roughly one-third of adults in the United States regularly floss, which is not good news for your teeth, gums or dental bill. A proper dental routine, which includes brushing and flossing, can help ...

People say the eyes are the window to your soul, but your mouth may be the window to your health. It's estimated that up to 50% of Americans currently have mild gum disease, or gingivitis, while up to ...

Recent invasive dental procedures and gum disease may be connected to cryptogenic ischemic strokes (CIS), or those with unexplained origins, in adults under the age of 50. The study was published ...

Can gum disease be cured Find out the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis and how taking action early can save ...

It’s one of the worst parts of a dental checkup — painful probing with sharp instruments to look for signs of gum disease. The time-consuming and sometimes bloody process keeps patients fearful, ...

Dental disease isn’t just about cavities or sore gums. Research has linked poor oral health to serious chronic illnesses, ...

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...