Dental fillings are far from being a pleasant experience, but right now they're necessary to fill cavities and prevent further damage. A research team at the University of Nottingham in the UK could ...

A sticky coat plaque forms on the tooth surface called plaque, which is easily removed by general oral hygiene measures like tooth-brushing, use of dental floss, mouthwash and any oral hygiene aid.

It's a dental service that's rarely covered by health insurance - and yet it's one that many dentists recommend. How effective is a professional teeth cleaning really in protecting against tooth decay ...

A new American Dental Association (ADA) clinical practice guideline suggests conservative methods to treat tooth decay in primary and permanent teeth could lead to better outcomes when used with ...

Discoloration on the pulp inside of your teeth can occur due to tooth decay or damage. A broken tooth requires immediate dental care. Your teeth are the strongest structures in your body. But despite ...

Anyone who had to pay a visit to the dentist to pull their wisdom teeth out can tell you how much nuisance they cause. They can not only be painful but also cause tooth decay and even tumors. For our ...

A simple technique using a preformed crown offers an improved and effective method to fight tooth decay in children's molars, according to new research. The Hall Technique, which uses preformed metal ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Breastfeeding is credited with a long list of benefits, but one downside of extended and intensive breastfeeding may be a higher risk of cavities in baby's first teeth, ...

According to Dr. Yadira Cardona-Rohena of Hamilton Mill Oral & Facial Surgery, the consequences can be severe and irreversible, often leading to tooth extraction. In a featured article for HelloNation ...