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

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

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

Researchers found even more new evidence of a link between severe gum disease with tooth loss and forms of dementia like Alzheimer's disease.

Scientists are uncovering a surprising way to influence bacteria—not by killing them, but by changing how they communicate.

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 ...

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 ...

Gum disease has long been linked to heart disease. Now it is being reported that the condition can increase the risk of certain cancers - like cancers of the esophagus and the stomach. But while there ...

As we learn more about COVID-19, the virus is being associated to several medical conditions and complications in patients that have been infected. A recent study found gum disease can be associated ...

Parkinson’s disease raises the bleeding and inflammatory burden in periodontal tissues in concert with the systemic neuroinflammation associated with the chronic neurodegenerative disease. The study ...

There’s good news for the nearly 65 million Americans with gum (periodontal) disease. If you suffer from gum disease and need surgery, you may now be able to say goodbye to a mouthful of gauze and ...