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 ...

Nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease—and it is not just affecting your teeth. Daniel Thunell, DMD, board-certified periodontist at University of Utah Health, explains the research ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

Healthy gums support teeth and protect them from bacteria, whereas unhealthy gums develop from poor oral hygiene and lifestyle habits, causing bacteria and plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky coat on ...

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Periodontal disease is a common and growing issue. About 40 percent of adults ages 30 and over have some form of it. That number increases to 70 percent for ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...

Dental Care Tips: Brushing, Flossing, Rinsing and Eating Right for Healthy Teeth and Gums: By Shreoshree Chakrabarty Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is essential for lifelong oral health and ...