The tissue area that surrounds our teeth is known as the gingiva, and healthy teeth will nestle firmly into the gums thanks to the many gingival fibers that connect the tooth to the gingiva. The ...

Researchers have discovered that softer gums hinder the development of gingiva fibroblasts -- the cells that help produce the fibers that hold our teeth in place. The tissue area that surrounds our ...

Gum swelling often signals gingival disease, but it can happen due to various reasons that make the gingiva tender and inflamed. Infections, hormonal changes, and not getting enough vitamins can lead ...