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 ...

Most dental fillings heal smoothly, and any discomfort is temporary. If something does not feel right, it is always better to ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cavities are part of life — nine out of ten adults will have one at some point in their life and a quarter of all adults have an untreated cavity. Getting cavities treated can be scary — but knowing ...

Tooth enamel is the strongest substance produced by the human body, protecting the sensitive lower layers of the teeth. But once it wears away, we can’t regrow it. The cells that create enamel, called ...

Got a cavity? A few things to check before you let your dentist drill - Nearly 90 percent of adults aged 20-64 have had decay in their teeth ...