Dental problems often arise or get worse during pregnancy, and a new study hints that rapid changes to the oral microbiome at this time could be at least partly to blame ...

Morning breath stems from natural bacterial activity when saliva production slows overnight. While typically harmless and ...

Second only to the gut, the mouth is home to a diverse community of bacteria, known as the oral microbiome, with more than 700 species alone colonising our tongues, teeth and tissue. This means the ...

Almost everyone experiences morning breath and the unpleasant taste it leaves behind when waking up. While this is usually harmless and perfectly normal, in some cases, it can be a sign of underlying ...

A dental expert has shed light on a disconcerting condition that turns your tongue black. However, despite its alarming appearance, the issue is usually not serious and can be resolved, she reassured.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of proper oral care. It was started by the American Dental Hygienists' Association in 2009. As the semester ...

Strawberry tongue can be a sign of conditions like Kawasaki disease, scarlet fever, and toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Get medical attention if you have a high fever, difficulty swallowing, or a skin ...

A new review warns that tongue piercings can damage teeth, gums, and even pose rare but serious systemic risks, urging patients and clinicians to weigh the dangers carefully. Piercings can trigger ...

Tulane University researchers have developed an enhanced CRISPR-based tuberculosis test that works with a simple tongue swab, a potential breakthrough that could allow easier, community-based ...

Beet juice has been praised for its blood-pressure-lowering benefits, but new research suggests those benefits may also depend on your age – and your mouth. Scientists have discovered that the ...