Researchers found that dental plaque bacteria use chemical signals to coordinate growth, and by blocking those signals, they ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gum disease are seemingly unrelated conditions. But research shows that the two have certain bacteria in common. These germs – including P. gingivalis and Aggregatibacter ...

Can laser technology make treating gum disease more precise and comfortable? That question is answered in a HelloNation ...

Researchers have identified a promising approach to prevent gum disease by supporting beneficial oral bacteria instead of ...

THE primary objective of treating periodontal (gum) disease is to remove plaque from teeth and to keep it from returning once ...

Researchers from the University of Texas have highlighted that people with gum disease are more likely to develop a range of ...

Periodontal pockets are spaces under the gum line that trap bacteria. They are a symptom of periodontitis (gum disease), which can cause tooth loss. Dentists measure periodontal pocket depth in ...

Having high blood sugar levels can increase a person’s risk of developing gum disease. In turn, gum infections can increase blood glucose levels, which can make it more difficult to manage diabetes.