S trep infections are most well known for causing strep throat, which can be treated with antibiotics. But this type of ...

A new Cedars-Sinai study demonstrates how gut bacteria can influence the development of blood vessel inflammation in ...

Smoking has a complex and multifaceted effect on oral health. Smoking increases the risk for multiple oral diseases, ...

A study published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe by Brazilian and American researchers suggests that a diet rich in soluble fiber can protect the intestine against pathogenic bacteria.

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

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 ...

Learn how antiviral chewing gum made from lablab beans may help reduce virus transmission with exciting clinical trials ahead ...

Seasonal influenza epidemics cause a substantial disease burden and economic losses exceeding $11.2 billion each year in the ...

Unlike traditional dental products that wipe out all bacteria (good and bad) in a chemical blitz, ProvaDent is a ...

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

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Periodontal disease (gum disease) is a bacterial infection of the gums that affects ...