DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a good friend who is almost 77 years old. He was a heavy smoker until about 14 years ago. He decided ...

Nicotine gum in particular can cause mouth and throat soreness, mouth ulcers, and cough or hiccups. Compared to the many ...

Regular dental checkups, brushing, flossing, and even chewing xylitol gum are being suggested as effective ways to maintain gum health during pregnancy. “Dental health is becoming recognised as ...

"Of course, if it is a constant concern, check in with your healthcare team to rule out other issues like coeliac disease and ...

Dental health is often associated with brushing, flossing, and regular dentist visits. While these habits are essential, ...

Tooth decay is a common problem that can lead to pain, infection, and even tooth loss if not treated. While regular brushing, ...

Chewing gum could help you shed the pounds as men who chew gum while walking go further, faster and have a higher heart rate, a study found. Both men and women over 40 who chewed while they walked ...

Background and Aim Chewing gum proposal has been used in surgery to reduce postoperative ileus for more than 10 years; however, the efficacy remains imprecise. The aim of this study was to ...

Biting fingernails, gnawing on pen caps and pencil erasers or chewing ice may be your way to deal with boredom or relieve stress, but oral health experts warn that it can lead to cracked ...