Dental health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, often underestimated in its importance. Regular dental check-ups are essential for maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing potential ...

Are your gums red, puffy and tender? If so, a deep dental cleaning might be on the agenda at your next dentist appointment. Your dentist might recommend a deep cleaning when you develop certain ...

Gum disease — medically known as periodontitis — affects 47.2% of adults over age 30 in the U.S. About 8.5% of them may have severe periodontitis. Gum disease is a severe infection or inflammation of ...

Oral health, including both teeth and gums, could also be important for heart health by preventing arterial thickening.

Nano-sized robots manipulated using a magnetic field can help kill bacteria deep inside teeth to ensure the success of root canal treatments after the living tissue has been removed, scientists report ...