How Should I Care for My Teeth and Gums? Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that builds up on your teeth throughout your day. It's colorless so you may not see it, but it's still there. The ...

As more places in the U.S. look to ban fluoride in drinking water, it's more important than ever to know the best ways to ...

Dr. Nzesya Mwende notes that our gums are designed to protect our teeth, curving gently around them in a semicircle. [File, Courtesy] Imagine spending years diligently brushing your teeth, only to ...

People living in cities use a brush and toothpaste to clean teeth, but even today, many people in villages and small areas ...

And while you might already know that healthy gums are key to great dental health, it turns out that keeping the tissue ...

A majority of people perceive crooked teeth as solely a matter of appearance. They may feel embarrassed about their smile or ...

Just over half of Australian adults saw a dental practitioner in the past 12 months, most commonly for a check-up.

Bleeding gums may look harmless, but they're often an early warning sign of gum disease and even linked to serious health ...

Your morning routine might seem ordinary until you notice something that makes you pause at the bathroom sink. That slight pink tinge in the water after brushing your teeth could be more than just ...