Type 2 diabetes can decrease saliva production and increase glucose levels in saliva. This may lead to plaque and tartar buildup on teeth and gums, increasing the chances of developing gum disease.

Two weeks of an intensive diabetes treatment has shown promise in improving periodontal disease inflammation among patients with type 2 diabetes. The corresponding study was published in Diabetes, ...

Research has continued to find that fruit protects your gum health and wards off inflammation. A recent study, published in the Journal of Periodontology, revealed that the Mediterranean diet, which ...

People with gum disease may have higher levels of brain white matter damage, a new study finds. Researchers observed that participants with gum disease had significantly more white matter ...

Headaches are extremely common and have several underlying causes. While most people associate headaches with neurological issues or vision problems, dental health is an often-overlooked contributor.

A topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic byproduct called succinate treats gum disease by suppressing inflammation and changing the makeup of bacteria in the mouth, according to a new ...

Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells that break down bone tissue, including the bone that holds teeth in place, according to new research that sought to improve ...