At this point, you can reverse tooth decay by adding those important minerals back into your teeth — a process called remineralization, said Dr. Yasmi O. Crystal, an adjunct clinical professor ...

Tooth decay is one of the most common dental health problems in children and adults. You can prevent and reverse tooth decay if you catch it early. ‌Teeth have a protective coating on their ...

Stage 2: Enamel decay. Stage 3: Tissue (dentin) decay. Stage 4: Involving innermost layer (pulp) of tooth. Stage 5: Abscess formation. Stage 6: Tooth Loss. Luckily, you can reverse small cavities if ...

However, several home remedies can strengthen tooth enamel to reverse early demineralization and prevent tooth decay. This process is known as remineralization, which prevents a cavity from forming.

In fact, 90 percent of American adults age 20 to 64 have tooth decay, per the National Institutes of Health. ... Some dentists on TikTok say you can reverse tooth decay on your own.

Cannabis use in adults 65 and older jumped by 75% over a three-year period, according to a recent report in the Journal of the Medical Association. Meanwhile, according to a 2023 study by the National ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It’s long been known that smoking cannabis can lead to problems in the lungs, heart and brain. Ellyce Clonan, DDS, a clinical assistant professor in the University at Buffalo School of ...

Losing teeth is more common as we age, due to gum disease, decay, general wear and tear, and other health-related issues.. That’s especially true for adults over the age of 60, according to ...