While no overall associations emerged between oral microbial characteristics and colorectal cancer (CRC) risk, researchers ...

Research suggests that the bacterial community residing in our mouths may potentially influencing the development of Alzheimer's disease.

A new study established a link between these common mouth bacteria and an increased dementia risk. Here's what to know about ...

Mouth microbes are related to several physical and psychological health issues. It's one more reason people should be careful ...

Many toothpastes also contain fluoride, which strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent cavities. Interestingly, fluoride ...

It’s common knowledge that sugar causes cavities, but new Cornell University research provides evidence that – depending on your genetic makeup – starches could also be a contributing factor.

High sugar-sweetened beverage intake was associated with increased oral cavity cancer in women – regardless of smoking or ...

A study released Thursday found that women who consumed at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily had a nearly five times ...

But the effect of toothpaste on the complex ecosystem of bacteria in our mouths – the oral microbiome – is often overlooked. Recent research has highlighted just how crucial the oral ...