Sugar is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to oral health problems. From cavities to gum disease, excessive sugar ...

Periodontal disease is classically characterized by progressive destruction of the soft and hard tissues of the periodontal complex, mediated by an interplay between dysbiotic microbial communities ...

Bleeding gums are one of the telltale signs of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Other symptoms may include red or swollen gums, tenderness, bad breath that won’t go away, pus between your ...

Periodontitis is a highly prevalent chronic inflammatory disease leading to periodontal tissue breakdown and subsequent tooth loss, in which excessive host immune response accounts for most of the ...

What if brushing your teeth could protect your heart, mind, and even your love life? Jo Dunbar examines how your dental ...

Mike Bechill, PhD, at Saint Roch, dogs treated with GingiGuard™ and standard oral cleaning, were essentially free of gingivitis and periodontal disease symptoms and findings four weeks following ...

Gum disease appears to disrupt brain activity, potentially increasing a person's risk of cognitive decline. People with gum disease experienced altered connections between different brain regions ...

MONDAY, Jan. 13, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Gum disease appears to disrupt brain activity, potentially increasing a person’s risk of cognitive decline. People with gum disease experienced altered ...

Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press ...