Tooth sensitivity or discoloration may indicate that you have a cavity. Here's how to recognize common signs and symptoms of tooth decay.

Parents and clinicians are urged to review usage of certain health products for young children after federal authorities ...

Once a cavity advances, the infection can spread to the jawbone or bloodstream, leading to abscesses or sepsis in severe ...

According to Dr. Sones, the development of cavities is primarily driven by acid-producing bacteria that metabolize sugars in ...

The Food and Drug Administration is restricting the use of fluoride supplements used to strengthen children’s teeth.

Dr. Norton says it’s not just about how much sugar children eat, but how often. “The biggest part of cavities is the ...

Your teeth may decay and even fall out if you don't treat a cavity. Eric Raptosh Photography/Getty Images If you don't treat a cavity, the decay will penetrate your enamel and then keep going deeper ...

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.

I dread going to the dentist as much as the next person — which is why any video suggesting that I might not have to catches my attention. Lately, I’ve been drawn to TikTok clips sharing how to ...

Chronic stress and anxiety can have a surprisingly direct impact on dental health through musculoskeletal tension. When a person is stressed, the body often responds by unconsciously tightening the ...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has moved to restrict the use of fluoride supplements for children, marking the ...

If you needed more motivation to brush your teeth regularly, this could do the trick. Scientists have discovered that cavity-causing bacteria and fungi in saliva can team up to form “superorganisms” ...