Plaque contains bacteria that make acid, which can eat away at your enamel ... encouraging the development of gum disease.

Last week, I discovered why it is important to start taking care of your teeth when your young and continue taking care of them as you age--a beautiful smile, better overall health, and a fatter bank ...

The relationship between the two conditions is thought to be bidirectional, with diabetes increasing the risk of gum disease, ...

Oral health has long been siloed from the rest of a person's health. But increasingly, researchers and clinicians, including ...

When taking steps toward the betterment of your health, keeping up with the health of your teeth and mouth is important for everyone to remember.

People with diabetes need to be especially mindful of their gum health. This population is more likely to face gum health ...

Worldwide hypertension is estimated to affect up to four-in-ten people over the age 25 - claiming around 7.5 million lives a ...

Research has linked advanced gum disease to heart attack, stroke and, recently, to dementia, rheumatoid arthritis and even cancer. One theory is that 'bad' bacteria from the mouth can move into ...

A 2015 research review noted that herbal therapies, including mastic gum, had “promising” benefits for patients with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease, and recommended ...

Your oral health is deeply connected to the rest of your body. Taking a proactive approach to dental care can save more than ...

There is a perception that plant-based means health-conscious even though many of these milk products contain additives and ...

On Your Side's Keely Arthur has dental products to purchase and the ones to avoid to develop healthy smiles at home.