Physical activity can stave off inflammation, which in turn could possibly decrease the risk of developing periodontitis. However, not all bodily movements appear to offer the same benefits. The large ...

Headaches are extremely common and have several underlying causes. While most people associate headaches with neurological issues or vision problems, dental health is an often-overlooked contributor.

New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial ...

Early results from a new dental study point to a plant-based compound that may offer a safer, more accessible approach to treating gum disease. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist with nearly ...

Periodontal disease, represented by periodontitis, is the leading cause of tooth loss and affects close to one in five adults worldwide. In most cases, this condition occurs as a result of an ...

A recent study reveals that intensive diabetes treatment can improve periodontal disease inflammation. Researchers found that two weeks of intensive diabetes treatment under hospitalization for ...

In the wise words of comedian Sarah Silverman, “Death creeps in through the gums.” While it may not be quite that clear-cut, the complications of periodontal disease—better known as gum disease—are ...