Dental diseases are the most widespread non-communicable diseases on Earth: the World Health Organization said it repeatedly. And yet, it’s still flying under the radar. A staggering 1 billion people ...

Gingivitis is one of the most common inflammatory oral diseases. It affects an estimated 50–100% of adults and children at ...

Dental plaque is a complex microbial biofilm, not just food debris. The shift from oral health to disease is caused by changes in the balance of plaque’s microbial community, not just the presence of ...

For decades, many adults likely passed their twice-yearly dental exams and teeth cleanings like the stars in an old Crest ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Periodontal disease is the most common dental disease in dogs and cats, caused by dental plaque and tartar. The ...

Researchers found significant drops in inflammation markers and diabetes risk factors in dozens of patients after they ...

Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

Oral health has an image problem. It’s often dismissed as an afterthought, inconvenience, or cosmetic procedure, a noticeable difference to how we prevent heart disease with wide-scale public ...

Dental problems -- including caries, gingivitis, and gum disease -- may affect how children fall and stay asleep and how long they snooze. The study was recently published in Clinical and Experimental ...

Addiction to methamphetamine, cocaine, or other drugs can cause severe dental issues and pain, as well as visibly damaged ...