Drug-induced gingival hyperplasia usually arises from the use of certain medications. The main drug classes involved in this condition are anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and calcium channel ...

Xanthan gum is a food thickener. It is an ingredient in a wide variety of foods, as well as products such as toothpaste. Though it may offer some health benefits, primary uses include changing the ...

As kids, we were always told that if we ever swallowed gum, it would stay in our stomach for several years. We can't remember why, but it certainly stopped us from ever even thinking about swallowing ...

A gum boil is a type of periodontal disease that involves the formation of an abscess on the gums. It causes pain and swelling. If left untreated, it can spread to the teeth and surrounding tissues.

You may be able to get rid of mild, early-stage gingivitis (gum inflammation) on your own. You could even start to see improvement within a week, but preventing gingivitis requires a commitment. It's ...

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