Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Having decayed, filled and/or missing teeth was tied to increased risk for stroke and death. Risk was especially ...

Though high levels of fluoride in water or toothpaste may cause risks, this mineral is generally safe and even has the benefit of protecting against cavities.

Fluoride remains the cornerstone of preventive dentistry, and researchers have analyzed the many delivery methods of fluoride ...

Removing fluoride from public water supplies would cost nearly $10 billion over 5 years, a cost-effectiveness analysis suggested. In addition, the total number of decayed teeth was estimated to ...

(The Conversation) – Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during ...

Crystal methamphetamine is the most widely used synthetic drug in the world, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. It’s an extremely addictive stimulant that dramatically affects ...

A boy in Malaysia had 12 of his teeth removed due to severe cavities, after neglecting proper brushing.In a Facebook post on Tuesday (Dec 2), the boy's mother, Siti Nur Haliza, explained that a few ...

A coating made from metallic nanoparticles could help prevent cavities from forming by stopping plaque from developing on the teeth, suggests research from the University of Illinois. A new ...

A healthy mouth means more than an attractive smile. Research has shown that oral health impacts the wellness of the entire body and is directly linked to risk levels for heart disease, pneumonia and ...

Cavities are one of the most common dental problems in toddlers and children. Also referred to as tooth decay, a cavity is a permanently damaged area in a tooth. They can develop in your child’s ...