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September 1, 2016

Parents of toddler who died after dental procedure say she never had cavities

The parents of the Texas toddler who died after a routine dental procedure in March revealed in a recent interview with Inside Edition that the autopsy suggested their daughter never had signs of dental disease to begin with.

August 30, 2016

Gum disease linked to heart disease

A report from The Netherlands adds to the evidence tying chronic gum disease to heart disease and stroke.

August 26, 2016

Why childhood celiac disease should be checked with lab tests

Even though many children with celiac disease can ease symptoms by going on a gluten-free diet, kids should still get blood tests and other exams to confirm whether they actually have the disease, some doctors argue.

August 17, 2016

New Jersey dentist under fire after 15 patients fall ill, 1 dies, report says

His son's first fainting episode happened two years ago in June, Rene Del Grosso remembers.

August 16, 2016

Investigators link 15 heart infections with New Jersey dentist

A New Jersey dentist whose practice has been linked to 15 bacterial heart infections, including one death, continues to perform oral surgeries, Patch.com

August 16, 2016

4 things your mouth can tell you about your health

Sure, your breath may remind you about the garlic you ate at lunch.

August 15, 2016

How bacteria in your mouth make colon cancer worse

Of cancers that strike both men and women, colorectal cancer is the No. 2 killer in the US, reports the CDC, claiming more than 50,000 lives in 2013.

August 15, 2016

Dentist warns against charcoal teeth whitening trend

An at-home-guide to whitening your teeth using activated charcoal has garnered more than 1.5 million views, with commenters agreeing that the unorthodox method does deliver promised results.

August 3, 2016

Medical benefits of dental floss unproven

It's one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities.

July 29, 2016

5 types of bad breath— and what they say about your health

Chances are, you already know the basics when it comes to keeping your breath minty-fresh (or at least non-offensive to those in whiffing distance).