Could xylitol be the answer for women at high risk of premature birth? A new study examines the health benefits of this ...

Prevention starts with making informed choices. Trauma to the gum tissue Wabwire says toothpicks are often sharp and can easily damage the delicate gum tissue. "When individuals use toothpicks to ...

Luong, DMD Receding gums, or gingival recession, is an oral condition in which your gum tissue wears away or retracts. In ...

Gum disease and diabetes share a troubling connection that can lead to serious health issues, experts warn. Recent studies ...

At this stage inflamed gums pull away from your teeth, and infected pockets can form. The infection eventually destroys soft tissue and bone, and can loosen teeth. To avoid tooth loss, you may ...

Could a simple stick of xylitol gum reduce preterm births? New research from Malawi suggests a surprising 24% reduction with ...

These toothbrushes remove plaque and debris without damaging sensitive oral tissue. Lindsay is a nurse ... three cleaning modes—Clean, White, and Gum Care—to tackle sticky dental plaque.