A principal pathogen that drives periodontitis may be the root cause of other systemic diseases.

University of Connecticut scientists are studying medications called senolytics that are designed to target and kill damaged cells.

Researchers at New York University (NYU) Rory Meyers College of Nursing have found a connection between tooth loss and increased cognitive impairment.

Imagine having access to a mint that rebuilds tooth enamel and whitens your teeth at the same time—without the possibility of painful side effects.

New clinical data from a study on cryoablation’s effects on small low-risk breast cancer tumors lends more support to the use of this minimally invasive treatment.

A team of 21 frontline public dental hygienists working to address oral health inequalities across North Carolina has been instrumental in creating and implementing a state-wide plan that addresses the needs of their most vulnerable…

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States in 2020, patients with mental health disorders were more likely to have more dental problems than the general population.

Improving the oral health of children with early childhood caries is a priority for dental professionals, as the disease has long-lasting effects and may require surgical procedures to treat.

As adults live longer, the request for dental implants continues to grow.

Periodontal disease and poor oral hygiene may be a more accurate predictor for COVID-19 severity than other risk factors, a study has found.