IF your mouth is healthy, your gums should fit snugly around each tooth, with the distance between the gum tissue and its attachment to the tooth only one to three millimetres in depth. But gum ...

Gum disease is one of the most common chronic health conditions in adults. For those 40 and older, it’s also the leading cause of premature tooth loss. Unlike cavities, which ...

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 21, 2025 / Gum disease is a common oral health issue that can take a toll on your gums and teeth. If it's not treated in time, it can even lead to tooth ...

Open wide and check your gums in the bathroom mirror. If what you see are pale pink, firm gums that wrap tightly around your teeth, then you get high marks for gum health. If, however, your gums are ...

Gum disease is one of the underestimated oral health issues people suffer from. It starts with mild symptoms that many individuals tend to ignore, but if left untreated, it can progress to ...

Eating more fruits and vegetables rich in specific micronutrients may improve gum health by reducing pocket depth and clinical attachment loss (CAL). This study was published on November 12 in BMC ...

A number of home remedies for sore gums may provide relief from pain. Some examples include gargling with salt water, using an oral gel, and applying a hot or cold compress. A person may have gum pain ...

A cut on the gums will usually heal on its own with home treatments such as salt water rinses and cold compresses, but certain cases may require medical attention. Mouth injuries are common, ...