Until my mid-40s, my approach to gum health was, at best, sporadic. I had always suspected that flossing was one of those ...

Clinical trial in Malawi suggests that chewing gum sweetened with the natural compound xylitol is linked to a lower risk of ...

Could a simple stick of xylitol gum reduce preterm births? New research from Malawi suggests a surprising 24% reduction with ...

Bleeding is often the first sign of gum inflammation, which indicates the early stages of periodontal disease," says Dr Sahota. Hardeep Sahota Specialist Periodontist at Rock Dental ...

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining optimal oral health can often be overlooked. Many people are unaware that the health ...

Dr Rizwan Mahmood, from Rüh Dental, explains how our mouths could warn us of more than just tooth decay - here are the six ...

Menopause can cause changes in your oral health. A dentist explains what changes you can expect from menopause and what you ...

A dentist has explained how poor oral health could be quietly contributing to weight gain. According to Dr Andrej Bozic, an ...

The chewing gum led to a 24% reduction in preterm birth — when the mother gives birth before 37 weeks of pregnancy — and a 30 ...

“A lot of women notice that their gums appear red, darkish red, blue, or purple and become very prone to bleeding,” says Lee. “It’s essentially just inflammation of the gingival tissues ...

“If you have diabetes, you’re more likely to suffer with a gum disease known as periodontal disease. This is inflammation in the gums and the bones around your teeth. Periodontal disease also ...