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 ...

Discover the warning signs of gum disease that could necessitate periodontal therapy, revealing what they might mean for your oral health.

Healthy gums support teeth and protect them from bacteria. Unhealthy gums develop from poor oral hygiene and lifestyle habits, causing bacteria and plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky coat on the teeth ...

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 healthy smile is about much more than appearance—it’s a cornerstone of your overall health and well-being. The post How to ...

When the dentist urges you floss diligently for the 12th time in one visit, it’s not an overstatement. That’s because seeing red in the sink after your nightly brush is never a good sign. “Gum tissue ...

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 ...

Gum (gingival) cancer is a rare type of oral cancer. Gingival cancer grows in the thin skin layer protecting your teeth. The skin layer is also called your gingiva. It covers your upper and lower jaws ...

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 ...

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