An independent publisher specializing in holistic health has released a detailed gum disease treatment resource combining evidence-based medical interventions with home hygiene practices.

Receding gum lines can be related towhat'scalled periodontal disease.The bone that holds your teeth in place can recede because of calculus or plaque buildup, which then irritates the gums and causes ...

The gingival sulcus (or gingival crevice) is that little ridge in your mouth where your teeth meet your gums. Keeping it clean is crucial for gum and tooth health. Good oral hygiene is important — and ...

Donna Christiano Campisano is a freelance writer specializing in women and children's health issues. She has written for numerous consumer publications and websites, including Parents, Woman’s Day, ...

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 (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 ...

A crown extension, also known as a crown lengthening surgery, can be used to improve a “gummy” smile. It reshapes your gums to expose more of your teeth, so your teeth look longer. Read on to learn ...

Nearly 75% of pregnant women will face gum problems at some point, and the consequences can go beyond tooth loss. Daniel Thunell, DDS, explains how pregnancy hormones change your body’s response to ...