Understanding Gum Disease: From Gingivitis to Advanced Periodontal Disease: By Shreoshree Chakrabarty Gingivitis and periodontal disease are common forms of gum disease that can cause serious oral ...

There’s a tension in modern periodontics that we don’t talk about enough. A clinical paradox. We have our primary enemy in sight: a pathogenic biofilm that destroys the structures holding teeth in ...

A recent study reveals that nearly 75% of people experience gum disease at some stage in their lives. Factors such as poor ...

New trial results show that intense gum disease treatment reduces how much the carotid artery narrows in otherwise healthy individuals. This suggests oral health should be taken seriously as a ...

Nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease—and it is not just affecting your teeth. Daniel Thunell, DMD, board-certified periodontist at University of Utah Health, explains the research ...

Gum disease affects nearly half of adults over 30 in the United States, yet many people dismiss it as merely a dental concern. The reality paints a far more complex picture. Your mouth serves as a ...

Your morning routine might seem ordinary until you notice something that makes you pause at the bathroom sink. That slight pink tinge in the water after brushing your teeth could be more than just ...

Gum graft surgery treats gum recession, which occurs when gum tissue is lost, exposing the roots of the teeth. Also known as gingival resection or gingival graft, this surgery involves removing gum ...

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 21, 2025 / Gum disease is a common oral health issue that can take a toll on your gums and teeth. If it's not treated in time, it can even lead to tooth ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... When a dentist at Lakewood Modern Dentistry told Hailey Hernandez she needed a deep cleaning, a root canal and a crown to treat extensive gum disease and ...