What looks like a minor dental issue could be a warning sign of something much more serious happening inside your arteries.

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...

A small trial found that chewing gum containing nitrate can ease the symptoms of gum disease by favouring the growth of ...

Can laser technology make treating gum disease more precise and comfortable? That question is answered in a HelloNation ...

Recent findings suggest chronic gum disease could significantly increase Alzheimer’s disease risk, with bacteria from inflamed gums potentially traveling to the brain and triggering harmful ...

As we learn more about COVID-19, the virus is being associated to several medical conditions and complications in patients that have been infected. A recent study found gum disease can be associated ...

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 ...

MINNEAPOLIS --Last week, Minnesota Timberwolves co-owner and former baseball star Alex Rodriguez revealed he has gum disease in order to raise awareness. His story quickly became one of the ...

Gum disease has long been linked to heart disease. Now it is being reported that the condition can increase the risk of certain cancers - like cancers of the esophagus and the stomach. But while there ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...