Gum inflammation (gingivitis) often leads to periodontitis (gum disease). Learn how oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and early detection play pivotal roles in maintaining dental health.

The use of heartburn medication is associated with decreased severity of gum disease, according to a recent UB study. The research found that patients who used proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) — a class ...

Symptoms of Gum Disease. You can find and treat the problem before it gets serious, if you know what to look for. Take note if you notice: Red, swollen gums: That’s one of the first signs your ...

Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up to 80% of Americans have dealt with periodontal disease at some point during their lives.

BINKY Felstead has been left devastated by a horrifying health issue caused by pregnancy, and begged fans for help.  The Made ...

For older women, having a history of periodontal disease, a serious gum infection, presents a 12% higher risk of premature death from any cause, while loss of natural teeth is associated with a 17 ...

Gum disease, a widespread condition, is linked to increased heart disease risk, according to Harvard Health. Bacteria from gum disease may trigger blood vessel inflammation, potentially leading to ...

But the bacteria that cause periodontal disease have a knack for turning the body’s defense on its head, according to a 2015 review in Nature Reviews Immunology.

Your gums are made of soft skin-like tissue which covers the bone that supports your teeth. When your gums are healthy, they form a tight seal with the tooth that limits the places bacteria can hide.