Forbes Health experts explore the most common causes of toothache or tooth pain, from a piece of lodged food to serious bacterial infections.

Learn more from WebMD about gum contouring, a dental procedure to correct gums that are receding or covering too much of the tooth.

Many different issues can cause a swollen gum around one tooth. Learn more about the causes and treatments in this article.

If the tooth is impacted, the dentist will cut away gum and bone tissue that cover the tooth and then, using forceps, grasp the tooth and gently rock it back and forth to loosen it from the jaw ...

That was when he was diagnosed with periodontitis – a severe gum disease that can destroy the bone that supports teeth and lead to teeth falling out if left untreated.

Original Medicare doesn’t cover most dental services, but many Advantage plans do. Here's how to find dental coverage and why it’s so important.

Dental Insurance Does Not Cover Cosmetic Procedures Most dental insurance policies do not cover any costs for cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening, tooth shaping, veneers, and gum contouring.

Medical insurance was designed specifically to cover large, unpredictable expenses, while dental insurance was intended to mainly fund predictable and lower-cost preventive care.

Brain Matters Take care of your teeth and gums. Oral health can affect your brain. Dental health is important for our mental and cognitive health, research shows ...

After the WHO's recent claim that aspartame potentially could cause cancer, dentists shared their take with Fox News Digital on the artificial sweetener's impact on teeth and gum health.

Protect your teeth as you age with expert advice on gum disease prevention, managing medication-induced dry mouth, and finding affordable dental care options for seniors.