In March, he received the prestigious American Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) Joseph Lister ...

The health service advises we check the packaging to find a product which contains at least 1,350 parts per million (ppm) ...

Six out of ten 12-year-olds in Korea have experienced cavities in their permanent teeth, according to a government survey ...

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

Cavities form from tooth decay and can lead to pain or tooth loss. Here's a roundup of symptoms, causes and expert tips to protect your teeth and maintain good oral health.

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.

Tooth decay in children is rising, yet fluoride remains dentistry’s most trusted defence. Between ages 6–13, it helps ...

Regular professional cleanings and checkups can catch gum problems before they lead to tooth loss or other health effects.

Cessation of public water fluoridation would increase tooth decay and health system costs in the United States, according to a study published online May 30 in JAMA Health Forum. Sung Eun Choi, Ph.D., ...

My dentist had said I should brush my teeth every day. “Every day?” I said. “Every day,” she said. “Every tooth?” I said.

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

Experts warn that common foods like citrus, popcorn, and starchy snacks can damage tooth enamel and increase the risk of ...