So it felt a little bit illicit, recently, when I purchased a box of German fluoride-free kids’ toothpaste for my daughter. The toothpaste came in blue, understated packaging—no cartoon ...

The simple habit of brushing twice a day helps remove plaque-causing bacteria, reducing the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, ...

Too much fluoride can make your teeth brown, but getting a little bit is a dentist's dream. Here's the complete history of ...

Here's what medical and public health experts are saying about the debate around fluoridation of drinking water.

So if you’re wanting to delve into the world of fluoride-free or ‘natural’ toothpastes ... some may contain ingredients that ...

Just say "no" to fluoride toothpaste for those under the age of two. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the littlest brushers should use fluoride-free toothpaste ...

Fluoride is one of the most common elements in nature. When present in drinking water, fluoride has both protective qualities ...

Opponents point to potential health risks from high levels of fluoride, but officials say levels in water are safe and needed ...

For years, local water authorities have considered the addition of low concentrations of fluoride to drinking water a public health achievement. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...

When choosing toothpaste for your kids, selecting one with fluoride and free from harmful ingredients is vital. Consumer Reports and Made Safe, a nonprofit focused on product safety, recently ...