Tooth-related factors are linked to periodontal disease but systemic factors aren't, according to research presented at the recent American Association of Dental Research (AADR) meeting in Fort ...

A drug marketed to grow bone in osteoporosis patients also works to heal bone wounds in patients with periodontal disease, a University of Michigan study suggests (New England Journal of Medicine, ...

Mouths are filthy, harboring the second largest microbiome of the human body. Some bacteria can help break down food, among other responsibilities; other bacteria can travel into the mouth on food, ...

Gum disease is a common issue for many adults, possibly causing red or bleeding gums. Treatment may involve cleaning bacteria from under the gums and maintaining good dental hygiene at home.