That tiny black spot you’ve been ignoring in your back molar isn’t going away on its own. In fact, it’s probably getting bigger every day, quietly eating away at your tooth while you hope it’s just a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dr. Elizabeth Walton, cofounder of dental chain Risas Dental, explains how you can get a cavity from your sweetie. The plaque ...

Cavities do not appear overnight—and waiting for pain is often the biggest mistake people make. James Bekker, DDS, breaks down how cavities form, why frequent sugar exposure is more damaging than ...

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, ...

Whether you had strong oral hygiene for as long as you can remember or you’ve recently upped your brushing and flossing game, you know you’re doing all the things right. Yet, every time you go for ...

Cavities may indirectly cause bad breath by making it easier for bacteria to hide and contribute to the smell. Bad breath (halitosis) is extremely common, with an estimated 50% of all adults ...

You know you can get cavities from eating too many sweets, but it turns out you can catch them from your sweetie as well. “People carry over 700 types of bacteria in their mouths,” Dr. Elizabeth ...