"The longer the calculus bridge remains in place, the greater the chance of developing more severe dental problems, such as gum disease or tooth decay," Wei said. In other words, the calculus ...

THE World Health Organization (WHO) defines non-communicable diseases (NCDs), also known as chronic diseases, as those which ...

Gum disease affects nearly half of adults and often goes undetected until serious damage is done. Periodontist David Okano, DDS, explains how this silent condition erodes the bone supporting your ...

Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and periodontal disease in postmenopausal women using data from the 4th and 5th ...

Periodontal disease is a prevalent global dental health issue that significantly affects a large number of individuals. This severe gum infection damages the soft tissue and erodes the bone ...