Periodontitis is a serious chronic inflammatory form of gum disease that affects millions worldwide. It can lead to tooth loss and the destruction of supporting bone. This disease has also been linked ...

Researchers have identified a new mechanism by which a key bacterium in periodontitis evades the immune system. The study reveals that the bacterium exploits the protein CD47 to suppress immune ...

The simple sugar D-mannose may treat chronic gum disease by affecting how certain cells function, possibly changing gene activity related to immune response. This study was recently published in BMC ...

A new study published in the International Journal of Dentistry revealed that Aloe vera (ALV) gel demonstrates comparable ...

This article explores how chronic periodontitis may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease through systemic inflammation, oral pathogens, and neurodegenerative mechanisms. It highlights prevention, ...

A comprehensive analysis of global periodontal disease trends spanning three decades reveals that older adults, particularly elderly men, face an escalating oral health challenge that could worsen ...

Periodontitis is a common condition that can affect much more than just oral health. Scientists at Fraunhofer have discovered ...

What looks like a minor dental issue could be a warning sign of something much more serious happening inside your arteries.

Researchers at the First Hospital of Jilin University argue that periodontitis is not just a dental concern but a quiet ...