Gingivitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the gums, and while it may seem mild at first, it can lead to significant ...

Prescription opioid abuse and its downstream effects have reached epidemic proportions in the United States. On May 26, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) moved a step closer to providing help to ...

Dental plaque is a complex biofilm at the heart of oral disease. Learn how it causes cavities and gum inflammation and why ...

Symptoms may include pain, non-healing sores, a lump or thickening of the gums, and loose teeth. Some people may not experience symptoms. Gum cancer is often detected in the advanced stage because its ...

A sore throat, loss of taste, and a burning tongue are telltale signs something is wrong. But the culprit might surprise you.

Canker sores are painful ulcers that occur in the mouth, including on gums. Here's a look at how to deal with them.

Surveys show that a majority of Americans chew gum two to three times a week, with the greatest gum-lovers averaging three pieces per day. Does that blow you away? “It’s safe to chew gum every day,” ...