Studies on periodontal disease have shown that people with gum disease are significantly more likely to experience heart ...

Oral hygiene is often associated with brushing and flossing, but one important step that is sometimes overlooked is the use of mouthwash. For many, it is seen as an optional addition to their routine, ...

Most people do not count dental visits among life's great joys. But avoiding them? That's like pretending your check engine ...

Many foods that seem harmless can secretly damage your teeth. Daily diet plays a bigger role in oral health than just ...

Doctors warn that skipping brushing at night can worsen gum disease and raise risks of diabetes, heart disease, and even ...

Your best bet is to simply brush your teeth with fluoride-containing toothpaste, because when it's added to the drinking water it's possible to over-expose yourself. These are some of the possible ...

Many common oral habits which may seem harmless are wreaking havoc on dental health. From nail biting to sugary diets, here’s ...

If you regularly wake with a dry mouth, it is important to tackle hydrating it to reduce risk of further oral diseases. Dr ...

What did this have to do with longevity? Turns out, quite a lot. “Gum health is general health,” according to Dr Reena Wadia, a leading gum specialist. She told me this at a conference table in her ...

With many kids spending their days at summer camps and daycare, local pediatricians say they're seeing an uptick in hand, foot, and mouth disease. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a virus that ...