DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a good friend who is almost 77 years old. He was a heavy smoker until about 14 years ago. He decided ...

Yet, many of us have no idea what's in it. While it seems harmless, the ingredients in chewing gum can surprise even the most ...

Nicotine gum in particular can cause mouth and throat soreness, mouth ulcers, and cough or hiccups. Compared to the many ...

"Of course, if it is a constant concern, check in with your healthcare team to rule out other issues like coeliac disease and ...

Regular dental checkups, brushing, flossing, and even chewing xylitol gum are being suggested as effective ways to maintain gum health during pregnancy. “Dental health is becoming recognised as ...

Dental health is often associated with brushing, flossing, and regular dentist visits. While these habits are essential, ...

Chewing gum could help you shed the pounds as men who chew gum while walking go further, faster and have a higher heart rate, a study found. Both men and women over 40 who chewed while they walked ...

Biting fingernails, gnawing on pen caps and pencil erasers or chewing ice may be your way to deal with boredom or relieve stress, but oral health experts warn that it can lead to cracked ...