Harmful bacteria from gum disease may contribute to heart valve issues. A new study suggests Porphyromonas gingivalis impacts aortic valve stenosis. This bacterium was found in higher amounts in ...

Gum disease bacteria may spur calcium buildup in the heart's aortic valve, leading to a common and serious heart valve ...

Researchers found that bacteria linked to gum disease may help drive the development of calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The early ...

The prevalence of periodontitis was twice as high in those showing early signs of kidney dysfunction in a new study, adding ...

When it comes to maintaining your health, you may be overlooking one of the most important parts of your body: your mouth. Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up ...

Most people think of gum disease as a dental problem that causes bleeding gums, bad breath, or loose teeth. However, growing research suggests that poor oral health may also affect the heart. While ...

In a large population-based study from Germany, researchers found that severe gum disease was associated with reduced kidney ...

Although most people don't associate oral disease with serious health problems, increasing evidence shows that oral bacteria play a significant role in systemic diseases like colon cancer and heart ...

Your morning routine might seem ordinary until you notice something that makes you pause at the bathroom sink. That slight pink tinge in the water after brushing your teeth could be more than just ...

When you're a kid, you fear cavities. When you're an adult? Well, clues for cavities are still on your radar—but early sigs of gum disease should be, too. You’re likely familiar with the concept of ...