If five states ban fluoride in drinking water, the costs to Medicaid for a significant increase in kids with cavities could ...

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You probably feel stunned and guilty after hearing that a 1-year-old has the start of cavities, especially if you thought you’d done everything right. Acting quickly and knowing practical next steps ...

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Research suggests that poor oral health in childhood may not be as harmless as once believed. Experts warn that neglecting ...

When public health measures are working as intended, most people don’t think twice about them. But one of the most effective ...

A cheap cavity-fighting liquid typically used to treat sensitive teeth appears to work as well as dental sealants in preventing tooth decay, a new study finds. A single treatment of either silver ...

Bacteria in our mouth thrive on food particles left on teeth, forming a soft sticky film called plaque. Bacteria in plaque use the sugar and starch in what you eat and drink to make acids. The acids ...

Cavities are one of the most common forms of tooth decay among children in the United States. They affect roughly 20 percent of children between the ages of 5 and 11. Multiple factors can influence ...

If you needed more motivation to brush your teeth regularly, this could do the trick. Scientists have discovered that cavity-causing bacteria and fungi in saliva can team up to form “superorganisms” ...

Cavities are incredibly common, affecting 90% of adults between the ages of 19 and 64 — but they are often preventable. Also known as "dental caries," cavities are damaged areas in the hard parts of ...

Daily eating and drinking expose your teeth to acid stress – and over time, this can affect how your enamel looks and feels.