Gum Disease - Page 2

October 27, 2015

Do you need to see a dentist twice a year?

Dental professionals have long recommended a teeth cleaning every six months. One expert, Edmond R. Hewlett, a professor of dentistry at the University of California, Los Angeles, explains why a few people can get by with less frequent visits to the dentist, while others should consider going even more often.

October 24, 2015

Gum disease treatment linked to improvements in other conditions

People who were treated for periodontal disease had lower healthcare costs and fewer hospitalizations for other medical conditions compared to those whose gum disease went untreated, a new study has found.

October 24, 2015

Dental device promises pain-free tooth repair

A filling is one of the most common procedures carried out by dentists. But just the thought of anesthetic injections followed by the sound of the drill is enough to send shivers down the spine of many people.

October 24, 2015

Toothpaste-mouth rinse combo washes out harmful bacteria

A study of mouth microbes finds that antibacterial toothpaste and mouthwash with essential oils work much better in combination than separately to banish bacteria that cause gum disease.

October 23, 2015

Roommates’ toothbrushes likely contain each other’s fecal matter, study says

If you share a bathroom with a roommate or a partner, there’s a good chance your toothbrush contains that person’s fecal matter, a new study suggests.

October 23, 2015

One-fourth of Americans lie to dentists about flossing, survey finds

More than a quarter of Americans lie about it, and 36 percent say they would rather do an unpleasant activity like cleaning the toilet or working on their taxes.

May 7, 2015

Setting the record straight about Colgate Total toothpaste

Recent media reports about an ingredient we use in our Colgate Total brand toothpaste are not based on facts or science. As we are talking about one of the best-selling toothpastes in the U.S., we want to set the record straight.

November 20, 2014

Brush, Floss Your Teeth to Treat Gum Disease

If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth you might have gingivitis. This gum disease is characterized by inflammation of the gums and can be painful if not taken care of. Fortunately, it can be treated and prevented with good oral hygiene.