When you drink cold water or a hot cup of coffee, do your teeth feel a little sensitive? Or, when you take a bite of food, do you have a toothache shortly after? If you answered yes, you might be ...

Know the top 5 common dental diseases, from cavities to gingivitis, their causes, symptoms, and simple prevention tips for ...

Cavities, also known as dental caries, are a sign of tooth decay. As the decay progresses, small holes begin to develop in the teeth. If not treated, they can become larger and cause more problems.

Candy is not great for your teeth, but it's not the only thing to be mindful of for better oral health. "It's not just obvious sugary treats that pose a risk to teeth," registered dental hygienist ...

We often ignore oral hygiene until it is too late. Dr Karan Rajan has shared 7 simple daily habits that go a long way in ...

Would you rather prevent a disease from happening or treat it once it happens? As an ECU School of Dental Medicine student and NC Schweitzer Fellow, I see first-hand the important role dental sealants ...

Your toddler’s smile can surely light up a room. However, it can also be a source of stress, especially if you think your little one might have a cavity. Dental caries (cavities) are common in baby ...

Tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic infectious disease affecting children nationwide, the CDC reports, and can begin as early as a child’s first birthday. The good news is, parents and caregivers can ...

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, ...

Driving through downtown Dallas, you might see a striking banner hanging at the U-turn bridge, near the Walnut Hill exit on Central Expressway (US 75): “Stop Fluoridation!” Below it, other banners ...

The discovery that fluoride can help people maintain healthy teeth dates back to Colorado Springs in the early 1900s. That’s when a young dentist named Frederick McKay noticed brown staining on the ...

A cavity is a hole in the tooth. Signs of a cavity include spots or holes on the surface of the tooth and pain sensitivity in the area. Cavities are a symptom of tooth decay. They develop when ...