For people living with diabetes, caring for their gums can be just as important as managing blood sugar. Research has shown ...

People say the eyes are the window to your soul, but your mouth may be the window to your health. It's estimated that up to 50% of Americans currently have mild gum disease, or gingivitis, while up to ...

Roughly one-third of adults in the United States regularly floss, which is not good news for your teeth, gums or dental bill. A proper dental routine, which includes brushing and flossing, can help ...

MINNEAPOLIS --Last week, Minnesota Timberwolves co-owner and former baseball star Alex Rodriguez revealed he has gum disease in order to raise awareness. His story quickly became one of the ...

White matter hyperintensities are linked to increased risk of dementia, mortality, and various functional problems. Regular ...

The article explains how gingivitis, a chronic inflammation of the gums, can contribute to heart disease by accelerating atherosclerosis and increasing the risk of plaque rupture. Regular flossing is ...

People with both cavities and gum disease were found to have an 86% higher stroke risk than those with healthy mouths. The ...

Adults with gum disease may be more likely to have signs of damage to the brain's white matter, called white matter ...

People with gum disease may have higher levels of brain white matter damage, a new study finds. Researchers observed that participants with gum disease had significantly more white matter ...

New research links gum disease and cavities to stroke risk, adding to the evidence that poor oral health may have a ...

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 ...