Science reveals a hidden link between oral health and heart health. Understanding this connection could change how we view dental care forever.

The changes in gum color can serve as early indicators of various health conditions. Watch out for these unusual changes in the color of your gums. Beware: Obesity may be the cause of gum disease ...

Some of this is harmless, but some, such as Porphyromonas gingivalis, can damage the gums and cause inflammation. We ask the experts whether our eating habits can make a difference to our dental ...

A new study suggests that treating gum disease within three months of a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib) may ...

"We knew from one of our previous studies that inflammation associated with gum disease activates an inflammatory response in the brain," said Dr. Alpdogan Kantarci, senior member of staff at ...

“Menstruation gingivitis is an inflammation of gums that occurs one to two days before your period starts. It usually disappears as the period begins,” says Dr Katerina Shkodzik, gynaecologist ...

This chronic bacterial infection and gum inflammation can lead to bone loss and tooth loss if untreated, according to the release. In a recent study, the research group monitored saliva samples from ...

Good dental hygiene isn’t just about a glowing smile. Developing positive oral health habits benefits your entire body. Dr Catherine Tannahill, a dentist at Portman Dentex, explains there is so ...