Gum disease and tooth loss are linked to hippocampal atrophy and may have a more negative impact on the brain than aging, new research suggests. Investigators found that in a late middle-aged and ...

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 ...

People say the eyes are the window to your soul, but your mouth may be the window to your health. It's estimated that up to 50% of Americans currently have mild gum disease, or gingivitis, while up to ...

Why do so many people ignore the early signs of gum disease until it's too late? A HelloNation article provides the answer by pointing to how quietly the condition develops and how often the symptoms ...

Moderate to severe periodontitis has been linked to the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) among non-smokers, according to research presented last week at the American College of Rheumatology ...

A recent review found that periodontitis is associated with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A contemporaneous systematic review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical ...

Periodontitis may be a risk factor for brain damage, providing a potential treatment target for the early prevention of Alzheimer's disease, according to an American Academy of Periodontology press ...

Bleeding gums may seem like a minor issue, but during pregnancy, they can indicate more serious health problems. Periodontitis, a severe gum infection, is associated with an increased risk of ...