The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study, which began in 1987, assessed the home use of dental floss through a ...

Water fluoridation transformed dental care, saved billions of dollars, and inspired an iconic scene in a Hollywood satire ("Dr. Strangelove"). Yet, some eight decades after it was first introduced, ...

The good news is that tooth decay is preventable. Pediatric dentists say it is important for parents to keep an eye on their ...

This erosion can lead to tooth sensitivity, an increased risk of cavities and tooth discoloration due to the exposure of the ...

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Kids should start using a fluoride toothpaste as soon as their first tooth comes in — these are the best options.

Kids’ bodies grow from the moment of birth until early adulthood. Children get taller, more dexterous and expand their knowledge by leaps and bounds ...

Trees enhance our properties with beauty and environmental benefits, but they can sometimes pose serious risks. Recognizing ...

So, fluoride helps make the tooth stronger. And it prevents the growth of those cavity-causing bacteria. Scientists have been ...

A bill has been introduced that would repeal a state mandate to include fluoride in Arkansas drinking water systems.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to go before the Senate on Wednesday in his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) ...

UB dental researcher Marcelle Nascimento talks with UBNow about critical need for fluoride for all ages, especially in ...