According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of U.S. adults have gum disease. Harmful plaque bacteria can hide in crevices below the gum line. When left untreated ...

Periodontitis is widespread and can have serious consequences for overall health. Researchers at Fraunhofer have identified a ...

No pain shows quite like that which is concentrated orally. Anyone who has suffered through the throes of wisdom tooth horrors before removal, painful ulcers or even braces will understand the highly ...

There could be new hope in the fight against gum disease. Scientists have developed a toothpaste that targets only the ...

Advertisements for special toothpastes, powders and gums suggest that it’s possible. Here’s what dental experts say. By Katie Camero Most of us know that the best defense against tooth decay — or ...

Patient confusion in the toothpaste aisle is high due to marketing; clinical guidance must focus on active ingredients over branding. The American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Approval is a ...

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If you're dealing with aging teeth and receding gums, we've got some tips to help you see improvement, from at-home methods ...

A person may experience swollen gums around one specific tooth. Some reasons for this type of gum inflammation include poor dental hygiene, an abscess, and periodontal disease. Other times the ...