gum disease

Osteoporosis Treatment May Fight Gum Disease, Too

The risk of osteoporosis increases with age. As it sets in, so can periodontitis,...

Dentists Advised to Look for Meth Mouth

The toxic ingredients of methamphetamine can cause “meth mouth,” which is severe tooth decay...

43% of Pregnant Women Skip Dental Checkups

When a woman is pregnant, the baby’s health and the ob-gyn always come first....

Top Periodontal Researcher Takes ADA Gold Medal

With more than 400 publications that have been cited more than 12,000 times, Dr....

Pro Soccer Players Show Poor Oral Health

Professional soccer players may have tremendous athletic talents. But their oral health tends to...

Biomarkers Tallied for Peri-Implant Disease Potential

Dental implants can be effective in replacing failed or missing teeth, ensuring aesthetics and...

Protein Blocks Bone Loss in Gum Disease

Bone loss is one of the most significant consequences of periodontitis. Yet researchers at...

Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Gum Disease

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Anyone can get...

Oral Microbes Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease

Nearly 44 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which impairs memory, induces disorientation,...

More Evidence Connects Gum and Heart Disease

Periodontitis has been known as a risk factor for heart disease for some time....