Tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic infectious disease affecting children nationwide, the CDC reports, and can begin as early as a child’s first birthday. The good news is, parents and caregivers can ...

New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial ...

Driving through downtown Dallas, you might see a striking banner hanging at the U-turn bridge, near the Walnut Hill exit on Central Expressway (US 75): “Stop Fluoridation!” Below it, other banners ...

Tooth decay is one of the most common infectious diseases of childhood. It may be tempting to put oral hygiene on the back burner at this age because baby teeth are not permanent, but they are very ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Trick-or-treating is a fun way for kids and families to get outside, but lots of candy could mean decaying teeth. Childhood tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, ...

While summer weather doesn't directly affect your teeth, it is that time of year that many dental hygienists worry about their patients. If you have ever noticed your teeth and gums get more sensitive ...

The discovery that fluoride can help people maintain healthy teeth dates back to Colorado Springs in the early 1900s. That’s when a young dentist named Frederick McKay noticed brown staining on the ...

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, or protective outer layer of the tooth. If left untreated, tooth decay could lead to gum disease, cavities, and ...