In mice, the oral bacteria F. nucleatum can travel to mammary tissue via the bloodstream, where it can damage healthy cells.

Oral care is important, but so are the products you use while caring for your mouth. Unfortunately, some products are not as good for your mouth as you might think. Here are several oral products ...

Researchers have found that more than a dozen species of bacteria that causes gum disease can result in a 50% increased ...

Dental health is an important component of daily life. Although clean teeth and gums make for a healthy mouth, oral health ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW YORK — A gum infection was found to be a ...

Each week in February, we’ll be sharing an article with helpful tips and information about dental health for everyone. A ...

While daily care builds the foundation of a healthy smile, consistency and professional guidance ensure it lasts a lifetime.

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...

If you’ve noticed persistent bad breath, swollen or bleeding gums, or loose teeth, these could be signs of gum disease requiring periodontal therapy. Receding gumlines and discomfort might indicate ...

For years, oral health and cardiovascular health were treated as separate concerns, each with its own set of risk factors and treatments. But emerging research has forced a shift in this perspective.