Whether you’ve woken up with a sour mouth, had post-lunch onion breath or experienced something a bit more persistent, bad ...

THERE AREN’T MANY natural remedies that boast as many benefits as mastic gum. It’s said to support dental, heart, and gastrointestinal health. But is there evidence to support these claims?

Xanthan gum is a common food and drug additive. It’s a type of carbohydrate made by bacteria called Xanthomonas campestris. During fermentation, the bacteria break down sugars and produce a ...

A Ukrainian student died after his chewing gum exploded in his mouth. Vladimir Likhonos, who was 25 years old, was studying at a branch of the Kyiv Polytechnic Institute in 2009 when he would meet his ...

Brush up on the best fluoride-free toothpaste available right now, with my tried, tested and rated recommendations. I’ve recently covered a whole host of sustainable toothpaste brands on the blog – ...

Drinking plenty of water is key for preventing dry mouth, but chewing sugar-free gum can also increase your saliva production, Dr. Reck says. You can also talk to your doctor about artificial saliva ...