(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 ...

The No. 1 chronic infectious disease affecting children isn’t colds or flu. It’s tooth decay – and it’s contagious. Decay can start as soon as teeth appear in the mouth. By age 5, about 60 percent of ...

Children who like sweet foods such as candy and chocolate and do not have enough correct brushing habits are particularly ...

You may not realise that some of your favourite festive foods and drinks could be damaging your teeth and gums ...

Nobody likes being told they need a filling at the dentist’s office. It’s uncomfortable and time-consuming, and we like to avoid it whenever possible. A proper oral hygiene routine — brushing and ...

As levels of tooth decay jump among adults in the UK, it's more important than ever to pay attention to oral health.

A boy in Malaysia had 12 of his teeth removed due to severe cavities, after neglecting proper brushing.In a Facebook post on ...

New research reveals alarming levels of tooth decay in adults in England, highlighting the need for improved dental care ...

Fluoride is credited with improving the dental health of children and adults for decades, but some South Carolina legislators are suspicious and want to ban it ...

Beyond repairing decay, the gel can be applied directly onto exposed dentine (the sensitive layer beneath the enamel).

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 ...