Your gums, often overshadowed by the show-stopping teeth they support, play a crucial role in your oral health that you may not fully appreciate. Healthy gums don't just hold your teeth in place; they ...

When it comes to looking after your pearly whites, you know the drill — brush twice a day, floss regularly and go for teeth cleanings twice a year. But otherwise, many of us don’t give our oral health ...

How Should I Care for My Teeth and Gums? Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that builds up on your teeth throughout your day. It's colorless so you may not see it, but it's still there. The ...

Advertisements for special toothpastes, powders and gums suggest that it’s possible. Here’s what dental experts say. By Katie Camero Most of us know that the best defense against tooth decay — or ...

That twinge when you sip your morning coffee? The occasional bleeding when you brush? That strange persistent taste that wasn’t there before? Your mouth is constantly communicating with you, sending ...

The link between good oral health and general health isn't a far-fetched notion. There's many pieces about how your teeth can tell you a lot about the rest of your body. For example, poor oral hygiene ...

Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for ...

Does your child balk at the sight of his toothbrush? Here’s how to calmly diffuse this situation so his teeth can be properly cleaned.

Be prepared for common childhood dental emergencies and discover essential tips to protect your child’s smile. Curious to ...