A 2023 randomized controlled trial in the Journal of Dentistry found that the bulk-fill base technique reduced procedure time ...

Tooth cavities, also known as tooth decay, are common health issues caused by plaque buildup. Symptoms include sensitivity, pain, and visible staining on teeth. Treatment options range from ...

Root canal, despite being a common treatment, still has many murky misconceptions. Dentist dispels common myths to clear the ...

Braces make cleaning your teeth trickier, but not impossible. Learn expert-approved methods for brushing and flossing ...

A review by the United States Geological Survey found that 1.6% of well water was above 4 mg/L, but 85% of wells were below 0 ...

Maintaining good oral health is essential not only for a bright smile but also for overall well-being. Despite improvements ...

Throbbing molar at 11 p.m.? Shoots of ice-pick pain every time you sip water? Toothaches seem to come alive precisely when ...

Dental decay or cavities create openings in the tooth’s protective enamel and dentin layers, allowing bacteria and irritants to reach the sensitive pulp. Gum disease inflames the tissues ...

Tooth decay is technically reversible, but only if it is caught early, said Dr. Margherita Fontana, a researcher and professor of cariology at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

He hides his smile in every school photo,” Jayden’s mother told me, holding up a picture of her 6-year-old son.

Children as young as 18 months are waiting a year for dental surgery to treat advanced tooth decay, a situation one ...