Sure, you know that maintaining good oral hygiene is important for your dental health. It means better breath, fewer cavities, and healthier gums. But keeping your mouth healthy can have total-body ...

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

Your gums, often overshadowed by the show-stopping teeth they support, play a crucial role in your oral health that you may not fully appreciate. Healthy gums don't just hold your teeth in place; they ...

A review by the American Heart Association Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Committee strengthens the case that keeping our ...

As a public health specialist and an advocate for health promotion/disease prevention, I am fortunate to be able to provide evidence-based and best practices information on a continuing basis on a ...

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is one of the most prevalent oral health conditions globally. It might begin quietly, with mild bleeding during brushing or minor gum swelling, but if not treated, ...

Hidden beneath your smile, gum disease silently develops in millions of Americans, often without obvious symptoms until significant damage occurs. Nearly 40% of adults over 30 in the United States ...

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...

Researchers describe several biological pathways linking oral disease to heart disease. Bacteria from inflamed gums may enter the bloodstream and contribute to vascular injury. In addition, persistent ...

New research reveals strong links between gum disease and heart problems. Plaque buildup in gums may signal increased ...

There is increasing evidence that gum disease is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, including heart ...