Bad breath affects many adults. It stems from poor oral hygiene, dry mouth, or food choices. Sometimes, it signals underlying ...

Is there a silent killer hiding in your mouth? For one in two older Australians, the answer may be yes. Gum disease often is described as silent because it progresses slowly and insidiously, and ...

THE  bad news is that chronic gum disease, also called chronic periodontitis, cannot be cured, although most of the symptoms may disappear for months after ...

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Tooth sensitivity, also known as dentin hypersensitivity, causes tooth pain in ...

Use this guide to discover the common causes of excessive dog drool and learn essential prevention and management tips.

Researchers identify protein that may help improve the treatment of obesity and cardiovascular disease by University of Barcelona edited by Lisa Lock , reviewed by Andrew Zinin ...

1. Poor gum health can weaken your immune system: Gum disease can have systemic effects on the immune system, meaning it can impact the overall immune response of the body beyond just the oral cavity.

ORIGINAL RESEARCH article. Front. Pediatr. Sec. Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. Volume 13 - 2025 | doi: 10.3389/fped.2025.1566149 ...

Although inconclusive, there is a lot of research that confirms that there is a link between periodontal disease and heart disease, which disproportionately impacts Black Americans. ... A study ...

If gum disease progresses, professional treatments may be necessary. These include: Scaling and Root Planing. Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical periodontal treatment that thoroughly ...

A study from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine highlights a rare gum disease targeting African-American children. If you have young children, you already know a bit about “the struggle” when it comes ...

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — Locals took a step toward finding a cure for a rare autoimmune disease on Saturday. About 150 people took part in the 22nd annual Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma Walk at ...