Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

Poor oral hygiene, cavities, and tooth loss increase the risk of developing certain cancers. However, scientists do not yet understand why. Dental cavities or caries are small holes or openings in a ...

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to ...

Even elementary schoolers know that munching on candy and not brushing their teeth can cause cavities. It’s one of the earliest oral care lessons everyone learns. But beyond the basics of dental ...

Bacteria in our mouth thrive on food particles left on teeth, forming a soft sticky film called plaque. Bacteria in plaque use the sugar and starch in what you eat and drink to make acids. The acids ...

If you’ve gone to the dentist recently and suddenly have some cavities, dentists may be able to explain a unique reason why. Hint: It may be especially likely if you’ve been attending lots of New Year ...

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