One of the most common concerns patients bring to the dental chair is receding gums. Often, the immediate assumption is: “I must have gum disease.” While this can be true, gum recession isn’t always a ...

When it comes to your smile, keeping your teeth free of cavities and sparkly white are often top priorities. But while your chompers may look healthy, your dental health actually starts with an often ...

Receding gums, a common dental problem, involve the gum tissue pulling away from the teeth, exposing more of the tooth or the tooth's root. This condition can lead to sensitivity, tooth decay, and ...

People say the eyes are the window to your soul, but your mouth may be the window to your health. It's estimated that up to 50% of Americans currently have mild gum disease, or gingivitis, while up to ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – Gums. It’s the slimy connective tissue that overlaps our teeth and jawbone designed to keep our pearly whites intact. But sometimes the pink tissue can slowly begin to recede.

Many people dread the thought of their gums receding. It can be quite a traumatic experience, both emotionally and physically. Not to mention, it can also be quite costly to fix. But did you know that ...

Snus has been found to 'clearly' damage the gums – but evidence around its effect on dentition remains inconclusive.

Having swollen gums is not uncommon and could be attributed to a number of different causes. This includes problems with oral hygiene, abscesses, and gum disease. Sometimes when looking at your teeth ...

Snus is clearly linked to damage to the gums. The connection to tooth decay, however, remains unclear, according to a ...