Proper dental care can keep the pet in your life healthy and happy - but where do pet owners begin? Rowan Today writers sat ...

Dental diseases are the most widespread non-communicable diseases on Earth: the World Health Organization said it repeatedly. And yet, it’s still flying under the radar. A staggering 1 billion people ...

Macy Alcido is a former writer for Forbes Health, based in New York City. She discovered her love for health reporting while attending the Columbia Journalism School, and has since contributed ...

When oral care is neglected, harmful bacteria can multiply and lead to infections and systemic diseases.

Dental problems -- including caries, gingivitis, and gum disease -- may affect how children fall and stay asleep and how long they snooze. The study was recently published in Clinical and Experimental ...

Having high blood sugar levels can increase a person’s risk of developing gum disease. In turn, gum infections can increase blood glucose levels, which can make it more difficult to manage diabetes.

Nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease—and it is not just affecting your teeth. Daniel Thunell, DMD, board-certified periodontist at University of Utah Health, explains the research ...

Pet insurance accident and illness plans typically cover dental accidents and illnesses. Routine dental care is not usually covered by pet insurance unless you add a wellness plan. Aesthetic, cosmetic ...

Common dental problem linked to breast cancer by new study - A bacterium associated with gum disease can speed tumor growth once it enters the bloodstream ...