Keeping teeth and gums healthy is usually linked to brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits. But new research from the ...

People who followed the Mediterranean diet had less inflammatory gum disease and therefore less of a risk for various chronic ...

Morin-based powder, extracted from guava leaves, apple peel, and figs, can be slowly released with the help of polymers and ...

In contrast, eating red meat was linked with worse gum health. The researchers noted that higher red meat consumption was ...

People living in the U.K. and following a diet close to the Mediterranean diet are more likely to have better gum health, ...

Hidden beneath your smile, gum disease silently develops in millions of Americans, often without obvious symptoms until significant damage occurs. Nearly 40% of adults over 30 in the United States ...

Did you know that gum health reveals more about your wellbeing that you might think? Gum disease isn't just about your teeth - it's an infection and inflammation that can adversely affect your entire ...

CENTER CITY (WPVI) -- Many people cringe at just the thought of gum disease treatments. It's often painful and takes weeks of appointments to complete. A new superfine laser promises to make the ...

When visiting the dentist, you might remember being poked and prodded by a thin metal instrument to check your teeth and gums. This technique, called periodontal probing, is used to look for signs of ...

The article explains how gingivitis, a chronic inflammation of the gums, can contribute to heart disease by accelerating atherosclerosis and increasing the risk of plaque rupture. Regular flossing is ...

Skipping nightly brushing invites decay, gum issues, and bad breath as saliva diminishes during sleep. Brushing before bed ...