Periodontal or gum disease is a common dental issue that can cause pain, discomfort and even tooth loss. Fortunately, there ...

A compound in apple peel has been dubbed an 'alternative to antibiotics' by a study which found it effective against ...

Morin-based powder, extracted from guava leaves, apple peel, and figs, can be slowly released with the help of polymers and ...

A powder based on morin, a natural compound extracted from plants such as guava leaves, apple and fig peels, certain teas, ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A University at Buffalo researcher will employ artificial intelligence (AI) to better understand periodontal ...

A gum infection is a harmful infection in the mouth that causes damage and inflammation in the gums and jaw. Knowing what to do for a gum infection can help to avoid complications. Gum infections ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Individuals with Type 2 diabetes being treated for periodontitis may benefit from using an antimicrobial mouth rinse and interdental cleaners to clean between teeth as part of their at ...

Organized dentistry should develop formal guidelines that address the management of periodontal patients with continued inflammation after scaling and root planing, according to a commentary published ...

Treatments for gum disease may have little benefit for heavy smokers, new research shows. The study findings suggest the need to rethink treatment of the common gum disease periodontitis, according to ...

Investigators conducted a review of 21 studies on the effects of a gum disease treatment on various rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disease activity measures. There is some evidence that periodontal ...