“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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Healthy gums, healthy heart—that’s been the conclusion for several studies in the past, and now there’s even more major evidence that it’s true. At a 10-year follow-up, participants who brushed their ...

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 ...