Researchers in Germany have mapped how the element zinc is distributed throughout teeth in unprecedented detail.

New research suggests that treating certain dental infections could help lower inflammation associated with heart disease, while also improving blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

A recent study suggests that older Americans who do not get enough lycopene in their diet face a much higher risk of developing severe periodontitis.

Garlic extract has been found to offer antimicrobial effects that are on par with commonly used antiseptics and disinfectants such as chlorhexidine, according to medical researchers at the University of Sharjah.