An AHA scientific statement examines the link between periodontal disease and ASCVD, highlighting shared risk factors and inflammatory mechanisms.

Understanding Gum Disease: From Gingivitis to Advanced Periodontal Disease: By Shreoshree Chakrabarty Gingivitis and periodontal disease are common forms of gum disease that can cause serious oral ...

There could be new hope in the fight against gum disease. Scientists have developed a toothpaste that targets only the ...

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 ...