Nearly 40% of adults develop gum disease that can lead to tooth loss. Learn the warning signs to catch this common condition ...

You see your gums when you brush your teeth or smile in the mirror. And you rarely give them a second thought. But they’re a major player in your overall health. According to data from the American ...

Academy footballers in England are more likely to have major problems with tooth decay and poor oral hygiene, a new study ...

A chewing gum made from lablab beans may be the next big tool in fighting viral transmission. Scientists found that this gum can neutralize influenza and herpes viruses by over 95% by targeting the ...

Gum disease, especially in its more advanced form known as periodontitis, is a chronic inflammatory condition caused by ...

Experts recommend brushing at least twice a day and flossing once a day to eliminate plaque-forming bacteria that could ...

“Any significant discomfort, redness or swelling that doesn’t resolve may indicate an infection or periodontal or advanced ...

“Never ever, ever, ever go to sleep without brushing your teeth,” Soncini explained. “You can spend a whole day without ...

You may not need to remove your wisdom teeth if they're healthy and fully erupted. Infection, crowding, and other ...

Previously published research indicates high levels of tooth and gum disease among professional senior team footballers in England and Wales. The researchers therefore wanted to find out if these ...