The term gingivitis tells us what to expect. It’s when the gums (the gingiva) are inflamed (-itis). It’s essentially the body’s immune response to microbes in the sticky biofilm or plaque on the tooth ...

Plaque on your teeth can lead to a host of dental issues like cavities and may cause bad breath, yellow teeth, and swollen ...

After decades of fluoridating drinking water to improve public health, some communities are wavering on the practice. In one ...

If you don't treat a cavity, the decay will penetrate your tooth until it has reached the root. Here's how a cavity develops ...

Researchers found that frequent red meat eaters had worse gum health, while those eating more fruits, vegetables, and olive ...

Dental erosion is a growing concern, distinct from bacterial decay, and we explore the causes, from acidic foods to GERD, and ...

Researchers uncover how cells develop and specialize, advancing prospects for regenerative dental treatments. Researchers at Science Tokyo have identified two separate stem cell lineages responsible ...

Last Saturday morning, the public witnessed a rare and wonderful event taking place on Fordson Road, the unveiling of the Annie E. Harper Virginia historical highway marker in Gum Springs. It was ...

TAMPA, Fla. — State officials said Tuesday afternoon that crews have completed the process of removing street artwork in Tampa. According to a release from the Florida Department of Transportation, ...