Blood in the sink after brushing teeth sends immediate alarm signals through most people’s minds. The sight of pink-tinged saliva or red streaks on dental floss creates instant concern about oral ...

We've all had that dream where our tooth falls out—you're living your best life on vacation or about to nail a big presentation at work, and suddenly, you notice a molar is missing—or even worse, one ...

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 ...

Your gums, often overshadowed by the show-stopping teeth they support, play a crucial role in your oral health that you may not fully appreciate. Healthy gums don't just hold your teeth in place; they ...

If you have swollen gums, it can be a sign of gingivitis, which is an early stage of gum disease. Make sure you have regular dental check-ups to prevent swollen gums from developing into severe oral ...

Even if you’re diligent about caring for your teeth, you might be overlooking your gums. By Jancee Dunn For years, I have brushed my teeth with a little too much gusto — as if I were scrubbing ...

Bleeding gums is a common manifestation in leukaemia, more so in acute leukaemias like Acute Myeloid leukaemia (AML) and Acute Lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). It has a tendency to mirror underlying ...

Healthy gums support teeth and protect them from bacteria, whereas unhealthy gums develop from poor oral hygiene and lifestyle habits, causing bacteria and plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky coat on ...