Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Key Takeaways A gum boil is a painful, swollen bump filled with pus on your ...

You skip over a spot where you bled because it looks painful. That consideration leaves plaque exactly where it should be removed. Gum inflammation is still at a reversible stage. Once it progresses ...

Oral-B iO helps you avoid new tooth and gum issues—and if you have existing gum problems, it can resolve them quicker than a ...

Gum cancer can be difficult to detect early because its symptoms often resemble less serious conditions.What you can do: Schedule regular dental check-ups to catch potential signs of gum cancer early.

We know our ovaries are responsible for our reproductive health. But what many of us don’t realize is the ups and downs that come along with our hormones during menstrual cycles, pregnancy, and ...

Have you ever experienced spitting out foam that was slightly pink after brushing your teeth?Many people probably leave it as ...

If you don’t floss regularly, this might persuade you to change your behavior. Patients with gum disease are more likely to experience severe, potentially life-threatening complications if they ...

Gum disease—also called periodontal disease—is one of the most common dental problems worldwide. Nearly half of U.S. adults experience it at some point. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss ...