A doctor at the Dental College of Georgia has been awarded a grant to continue research on the connection between gum disease ...

Most cases are dental caries (tooth decay), periodontal diseases, tooth loss and oral cancers. Although the oral health of ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Brushing your teeth is an important part of your overall health and wellness. Ideally, ...

Brushing teeth correctly is essential to prevent plaque, cavities, gum disease, and other health issues. Using small circular ...

Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for dental and overall health. Poor oral care can lead to discomfort, difficulties in eating and speaking, and even serious medical conditions. However, most ...

Leave it to an expert to simplify things: Center City periodontist Ishita Bhavsar explains that recession is when the gum ...

Having teeth which are easier to clean reduces the risk of gum disease or bad breath caused by food trapped between the teeth. How can I tell if I need braces? If you have trouble closing your jaw ...

You may have a higher risk of tooth decay and gum disease when you live with diabetes. Your dentist and oral care team may also recognize diabetes symptoms based on your teeth and gum health.

Your chewing gum may have some of the same ingredients as plastic grocery bags and tires, but a U.K. campaign aims to put a stop to this. Environmental nonprofit City to Sea is teaming up with plastic ...

Also read: What a colder winter means for Maine ticks Last year, Maine recorded a staggering 3,218 cases of Lyme disease, and the Maine CDC reports more than 270 cases of tick-borne diseases ...

Traditional dental floss can also be hard to use correctly, especially if you wear braces or have crowns ... help prevent gum disease, fight bad breath and, in some cases, whiten teeth.

We tested more than 60 oral hygiene products, from toothbrushes and toothpastes to tongue scrapers and mouthwashes. These 11 are worth adding to your medicine cabinet.