We’ve all heard at one time or another that if you swallow gum, it’ll sit in your stomach for seven years. This is pure folklore that likely originated from gum being labeled by manufacturers as ...

Diabetes and Gum Disease: The Two-Way Relationship If you're diabetic, you probably know your dentist has asked you more than once about your blood sugar nearly as much as your physician has. And you ...

If you've recently been told by your dentist or gum doctor (periodontist) that you need a gum graft, don't panic. Gum surgery sounds worse than it is. A gum graft may be necessary to protect your ...

If your gums rest too low or too high on your teeth and you are unhappy with your smile, you may be a candidate for gum contouring surgery. Also called gum reshaping or tissue sculpting, this cosmetic ...

Guar gum is a food additive that’s found throughout the food supply. Though it has been linked to multiple health benefits, it has also been associated with negative side effects and even banned for ...