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 ...

Dentists reveal what leads to tooth decay and some surprising foods, such as eggs, that can lead to better oral and dental health. The post 8 Surprising Foods That Prevent Tooth Decay appeared first ...

Dental caries, also known as tooth decay, is the most common chronic disease in children in the United States — and your child’s pediatrician, family doctor or nurse can play an important role in ...

Editor: When discussing the merits of fluoride, it is important to stick to the facts, as there is a mountain of evidence in support of it benefits (“Fluoride in large doses can cause a health risk,” ...

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 ...

Coffee is known to stain teeth, but new research has found that drinking black coffee in moderation actually helps to prevent the bacteria that causes tooth decay. The researchers found that coffee ...

For decades, fluoride has been at the center of public health debates, hailed by experts as a crucial tool in preventing tooth decay while also facing scrutiny from skeptics who question its safety.

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Tooth decay is the leading chronic childhood disease in the United States, affecting children of all ages and backgrounds. Amr M. Moursi, D.D.S., Ph.D. and President of the ...

A new study introduces a simple saliva test that could detect early signs of tooth decay long before cavities form. The ...

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 ...