“Research shows that oral health is connected to systemic health. Many of the health problems that we have systemically actually start in the mouth,” says Becky Smith, CRDH, EdD, FADHA, president of ...

Periodontitis, or gum disease, can turn up in an individual as a result of infections and inflammation of the gums. This can cause a lot of discomfort and, at its worst, can cause teeth to loosen and ...

Building healthy dental habits is essential for preventing tooth decay and gum disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that tooth decay, or cavities, is one of the most ...

Nearly half of adults show signs of gum disease, often fueled by common, careless habits. Dentists warn they would never chew ...

Bone loss in the mouth is a serious condition that can lead to a host of dental and health problems, including the loosening or loss of teeth. Often overlooked, the root causes of bone loss extend ...

Regarding “Brushing your tongue could have adverse health effects” (Reading Eagle, Sept. 4), I would like to state the absolute importance of proper oral hygiene including brushing of the tongue in ...

Wearing dental braces necessitates diligent oral hygiene to prevent cavities and gum disease. Braces create hard-to-reach areas for food and bacteria, making regular brushing after meals, daily ...

A person’s mouth can determine a lot about their overall health. Research shows a recent spike in non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia cases, known as NV-HAP, is linked to poor oral hygiene. The ...