Keeping your teeth cavity-free doesn’t always require expensive treatments simple, consistent home care can do wonders. With a mix of natural habits and dentist-approved techniques, you can strengthen ...

Baking soda can gently polish away stains on the surface of the teeth. Some people worry that baking soda is too harsh and may grind away enamel, but research from 2017 found it to be a safe way to ...

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 ...

Brushing teeth helps prevent the buildup of plaque, which if left unattended, may lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Along with brushing twice a day, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly, ...

The golden years should be filled with confident smiles, hearty laughter and the ability to enjoy favorite foods without worry. Yet millions of older adults face the devastating reality of tooth loss, ...

Taking care of your teeth often feels like a small task, but it has a big impact on your overall health. Many people deal with cavities at some point, and it usually happens because of daily habits ...

About seven years ago, Aaron Silverbook and his then-girlfriend, a biologist, were perusing old scientific literature online. “A romantic evening,” joked Silverbook. That night, he came across a study ...

Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the United States. The good news is there are ways to prevent it. Even the tiniest teeth can decay. There are habits ...

Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...