The term “gum disease” sounds serious, and it is. Advanced stages cause bone and tooth loss, which affect your ability to eat ...

If you are diabetic, pay closer attention to your gum health as a poor oral cavity can create complications.

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 ...

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 ...

Pharmacist Mar Sieira reveals how sage, aloe vera, and chamomile can soothe swollen gums and fight plaque. Discover the best home remedies for gingivitis.

It’s a well-documented medical mystery: Patients with gum disease are less likely to respond to rheumatoid arthritis treatments. But new research may help explain this link between gum disease and an ...

Gum disease and diabetes are more connected than you think. Understanding this link is key to preventing serious health issues. If you have diabetes, you probably know how important it is to manage ...

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - We all know the basics of brushing your teeth: a little sip of mouthwash, flossing between each tooth, and brushing twice a day. Experts also say these habits do more than ...

Although most people don't associate oral disease with serious health problems, increasing evidence shows that oral bacteria play a significant role in systemic diseases like colon cancer and heart ...

A major new study presented at EuroPerio11, the world's leading congress in periodontology and implant dentistry by the EFP, has found that people with signs of gum disease are more likely to suffer ...

Osaka, Japan – While the link between diabetes and periodontal disease is known, the impact of diabetes treatment on periodontal health is less well understood. Recent research published in Diabetes, ...