Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease or periodontitis, is an infection of the gums that support your teeth. It progresses from mild inflammation (gingivitis) to severe tissue and bone damage ...

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 ...

New research reveals a startling link between poor oral health and increased stroke risk. Gum disease and cavities, often ...

Early results from a new dental study point to a plant-based compound that may offer a safer, more accessible approach to treating gum disease. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist with nearly ...

Disrupting the chemical messages that oral bacteria use to coordinate growth may help prevent disease by keeping plaque communities in a healthier state. Like all living things, bacteria adapt in ...

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 ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Periodontal disease is the most common dental disease in dogs and cats, caused by dental plaque and tartar. The ...