Gum disease—also called periodontal disease—is one of the most common dental problems worldwide. Nearly half of U.S. adults experience it at some point. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss ...

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 ...

What Does a Periodontist Do? A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease. They also help you manage signs of advancing gum problems like oral ...

Nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease—and it is not just affecting your teeth. Daniel Thunell, DMD, board-certified periodontist at University of Utah Health, explains the research ...

Gum disease — medically known as periodontitis — affects 47.2% of adults over age 30 in the U.S. About 8.5% of them may have severe periodontitis. Gum disease is a severe infection or inflammation of ...

Periodontal diseases are conditions that affect the gums, jaw bone, connective tissues, and ligaments in the mouth (1). These conditions affect many people. In fact, plaque buildup causes gingivitis, ...

In recent years, laser gum surgery has become more widespread for treating moderate to severe gum disease. Laser stands for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. Your dentist may ...

Having high blood sugar levels can increase a person’s risk of developing gum disease. In turn, gum infections can increase blood glucose levels, which can make it more difficult to manage diabetes.