Oral thrush, also known as oral candidiasis, is a yeast infection of the mouth caused by an overgrowth of the Candida fungus.

Some common causes of mouth infections can include oral thrush, herpes, and gingivitis. Treatment depends on the underlying cause but can include antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals. Mouth ...

Exactly how oral bacteria affect your overall health is still poorly understood, Dr. Bray said, since the existing research is limited and no studies have established cause-and-effect.

A mouse study shows that dietary oleic acid, a key Mediterranean diet component, protects against age-related bone and ...

Researchers have discovered in a new study a strong association between cervical HPV infection and elevated risk of oral HPV.