If your gums are red, swollen, or bleed when you brush, you might have gingivitis. As it gets worse, you could notice sensitivity in your teeth or see your gums pulling away, making your teeth ...

Last week, I discovered why it is important to start taking care of your teeth when your young and continue taking care of them as you age--a beautiful smile, better overall health, and a fatter bank ...

Here, dentists share the best times to brush your teeth to keep your gums healthy and ward off sensitive tooth pain. You ...

The first of its kind in the nation, the Geriatric and Special Needs Clinic at the University of Iowa’s College of Dentistry ...

And if decay festers, tooth loss is possible. Decreasing bone density and receding gums exacerbate these problems. If the socket that holds the tooth is less dense, Sollecito said, it’s more ...

There is an increasing amount of research into the link between certain infections and dementia, including herpes, pneumonia, syphilis, Lyme disease and gum disease. Research shows that dementia is ...

What is the best manual toothbrush for receding gums? If you have receding gums, it is important to choose a toothbrush with soft bristles. The GUM Soft-Picks toothbrush is a great option for ...

There are a lot of products that fit the sexy corner of the grooming category. Toothbrushes aren't one of them. They are, however, essential—one of the few grooming products we award that you can't ...

causing gum recession and, eventually, tooth loss. Periodontal disease is detrimental to your pet's health, often creating long-term consequences like internal organ damage and bone loss that ...