Learn how cavities form, why tooth decay occurs, and the steps you can take to prevent or even reverse early damage. This ...

Tooth decay remains the most common chronic condition for children, affecting nearly half of those ages 2 to 19. For National ...

A healthy mouth means more than an attractive smile. Research has shown that oral health impacts the wellness of the entire body and is directly linked to risk levels for heart disease, pneumonia and ...

Tooth decay can begin as soon as your child gets their first baby tooth. Fluoride, dental sealants, and regular dental cleanings can help prevent cavities from developing. According to the Centers for ...

The team utilized machine learning to analyze public data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

When you drink cold water or a hot cup of coffee, do your teeth feel a little sensitive? Or, when you take a bite of food, do you have a toothache shortly after? If you answered yes, you might be ...

People generally try to keep hair out of their mouths, but it turns out hair may be good for teeth. Keratin is a protein found in hair and wool. When applied to teeth, it mixes with the minerals in ...

For expectant mothers, not looking after their teeth can cause a lot more than just bad breath. New research has shown that mothers with high levels of dental plaque are eight times as likely to pass ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says water fluoridation is one of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. Why? Because fluoridation helps to prevent the ...