Researchers have discovered giant DNA structures in oral bacteria, and data hint they could influence the function of your ...

With ads everywhere for pro- or pre-biotic foods and supplements, most people are familiar with the gut microbiome—the ...

Scientists have identified microbial and metabolic signatures in saliva that distinguish MS patients from healthy individuals ...

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) have altered levels of several key bacteria in the mouth, a new study reports.

Scientists link poor oral health to dramatically higher pancreatic cancer risk, emphasizing the importance of regular ...

Bacteria living in the mouth must metabolize the extra sugar that comes with indulging in a sweet treat, changing the oral ...

Richard III was immortalized by William Shakespeare through his brilliant artistry. Over a decade ago, the uncovering of his ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A University at Buffalo study using a sample of postmenopausal women is the first to examine the association between diet quality and the oral microbiome. For the study, researchers ...

The number and type of microbes present in the saliva of pregnant women differ according to whether they are experiencing life stress and symptoms of anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress ...

The skeleton of King Richard III, which was found beneath a car park more than a decade ago, has well-preserved teeth, ...

DNA from King Richard III’s mouth reveals his oral microbes, hinting at his health, diet, and life in the 15th century.