Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD Mouth and tongue lesions are often one of the first symptoms of human immunodeficiency ...

A mouse study shows that dietary oleic acid, a key Mediterranean diet component, protects against age-related bone and ...

Oral health is important for people of all ages. But the simple routine you learned as a kid—brush your teeth twice a day and ...

High infection rates among younger adults suggest they either delay routine dental care and only seek treatment when conditions become severe, or face more barriers.

Discover the connections between dental cavities, oral health, and cancer risk, including inflammation pathways, immune system effects and prevention strategies ...

Poor oral hygiene can also increase the risk of infective endocarditis (IE), a serious infection of the heart’s inner lining or valves. This condition typically occurs when oral bacteria ...

Millions of people across the South—particularly in rural or low-income areas—have limited or no access to preventive oral ...