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 ...

Sure, you know that maintaining good oral hygiene is important for your dental health. It means better breath, fewer cavities, and healthier gums. But keeping your mouth healthy can have total-body ...

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 ...

(WXYZ) — Retired Yankees player Alex Rodriguez says he was recently diagnosed with gum disease and is emphasizing the importance of getting regular dental checkups ...

There is increasing evidence that gum disease is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke, atrial fibrillation, heart failure and cardiometabolic ...

The article explains how gingivitis, a chronic inflammation of the gums, can contribute to heart disease by accelerating atherosclerosis and increasing the risk of plaque rupture. Regular flossing is ...

A review by the American Heart Association Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Committee strengthens the case that keeping our ...

Scientists are discovering that the oral microbiome—home to hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi—may help predict ...

Increasing evidence suggests that the severe gum disease, periodontitis, may contribute to central nervous system disorders ...

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 ...