This week, readers reflect on letting go of ancient traditions, the spiritual reward of volunteering and whether chewing gum ...

Dental plaque is a complex biofilm at the heart of oral disease. Learn how it causes cavities and gum inflammation and why ...

For the second year running, Bristol City Council will receive a funding boost to tackle a ‘sticky issue’ that continues to blight the city’s streets. Following a success trial in 2024, the ...

Suddenly, your chewing gum is gone, swallowed by accident or, let’s face it, on purpose. Now, the age-old question looms: ...

A common form of gum cancer is squamous cell carcinoma ... you may experience difficulty moving your jaw or opening your mouth. Chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) may be painful or uncomfortable. It ...

The bad: Chewing gum can increase your sugar intake If you don’t stick to sugar-free gum, one stick of gum only has a small amount of sugar—about two grams, Kersch says. “But if you are in the habit ...