The skeleton of King Richard III, which was found beneath a car park more than a decade ago, has well-preserved teeth, ...

To clean your newborn's tongue, take a small piece of moist cloth or gauze around your clean finger and gently rub it on the ...

A team of researchers tested morin, a plant compound, against gum disease bacteria and found strong antimicrobial benefits.

Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups help prevent gum disease, which has been associated with an increased risk ...

Gingivitis is one of the most common inflammatory oral diseases. It affects an estimated 50–100% of adults and children at some point in their lives. Luckily, gingivitis can be treated if caught in ...

People who followed the Mediterranean diet had less inflammatory gum disease and therefore less of a risk for various chronic ...

For many people, gum disease—or periodontal disease—may seem like a problem limited to the mouth. Bleeding gums, bad breath, ...

Researchers found that frequent red meat eaters had worse gum health, while those eating more fruits, vegetables, and olive ...

OF all the diseases affecting humanity, gum disease is the second most prevalent, after the common cold. However, this condition is not a single entity — ...

The researchers suggest that compounds found in plant-based foods are likely to be working in the body to reduce inflammation ...

There are consequences for our neglect. Forty-two percent of U.S. adults over the age of 30 show signs of gum disease. This infection of the tissues that surround your teeth can lead to bone or tooth ...