Pericoronitis is a common gum condition, especially among young adults, that usually occurs when wisdom teeth begin to emerge. Simply put, it is the inflammation and sometimes infection, of the gum ...

Tooth pain can strike without warning and has several causes, including cavities and gum disease. Certain essential oils can temporarily reduce toothache pain and may have other benefits for oral ...

Dr. John Paul Gallardo explains how recognizing early gum disease signs can support long-term oral and systemic health.

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...

THERE are times when patients only want to ask their dentist a question because of a problem they are currently encountering.

That twinge when you sip your morning coffee? The occasional bleeding when you brush? That strange persistent taste that wasn’t there before? Your mouth is constantly communicating with you, sending ...

For many people, flossing their teeth is a hated task – right up there with taking out the garbage and cleaning the bathroom. It tends to be one of those daily chores that people neglect and then feel ...

The tooth root sits below the gumline and helps anchor the tooth in the jawbone. An exposed root, which may poke through the gum, can indicate damage to the gums or teeth. When a tooth root is no ...