The Good-Gums Blog

The interior of your mouth provides an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive: it’s dark, it’s warm, it’s moist, and the foods and drinks you consume provide nutrients for them to feast on. However, when harmful bacteria accumulate around your teeth and gums, it poses...

Understanding the intricate connection between dental health and mental well-being is crucial in the world of healthcare. However, although healthcare professionals acknowledge the necessity of being aware of their patient’s overall health, oral health tends to get sidelined. This is highlighted by Antoinette V. Shappell,...

As we’ve mentioned in many of our other articles, gingivitis (gum disease) has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some forms of cancer, but more studies are emerging to show that the bacteria that cause gum disease also may be...