If your gums are bleeding or feeling swollen and tender, you might need a deep dental cleaning, aka tooth scaling and root planing. Here's what to expect.

Periodontal treatment included a cleaning and 2 weeks of chlorhexidine therapy. There were no improvements in spirometry measurements. Perspective from Bruce V. Freeman, DDS, DOrtho, MSc ...

A visit to the dentist doesn't have to be something to dread. Find out what usually happens, what you can expect at that first visit, what care you may need, and how to make it easier on yourself.

Brush or floss first? Add a mouthwash? You may think you know all there is to taking care of your teeth –– but maybe you don’t.