Whitney White, dentist and practice owner at Aspen Dental. “A cavity is a decayed spot on your tooth that results in a hole ...

Caramels, gummy bears, Tootsie Rolls and Sour Patch Kids are tasty. They can also stick to teeth and provide fuel for ...

As a biologic and naturopathic dentist with more than 20 years of experience, the difference between fluoride applied ...

By Dr. Ronald Singer University of Kentucky February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, making it a great time for ...

Dental cavities, which lead to the progressive destruction of the tooth, are an infectious disease that always develops from the outside in. If left untreated, they can reach the dentin ...

Dental health should be a priority at any age, and is especially important for children. The Centers for Disease Control and ...

Baby teeth are important. Children who get cavities before six years old are more prone to cavities later in life. Strategies to prevent cavities: Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a clean damp ...

You know the drill — you’re supposed to floss at least once a day to remove plaque and food particles from your teeth to reduce your risk of cavities and gum disease. Some flosses are ...

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the new head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has said he'll recommend removing fluoride from the country's drinking water. Juneau, Alaska, did so in 2007.