A cheap cavity-fighting liquid typically used to treat sensitive teeth appears to work as well as dental sealants in preventing tooth decay, a new study finds. A single treatment of either silver ...

A recent study challenges the long-held belief that sugary snacks are the primary cause of cavities in young children. The research indicates that fac ...

As Halloween nears, you might be strategizing how to deal with your child’s annual sack of Halloween candy after a big night of trick-or-treating. It’s no secret that sugar is bad for teeth. But the ...

A growing body of evidence highlights the critical link between oral health and overall well-being. Yet, despite the importance of preventive care, childhood tooth decay remains a persistent issue — ...

“He hides his smile in every school photo,” Jayden’s mother told me, holding up a picture of her 6-year-old son. I first met Jayden – not his real name – as a patient at the University of Florida ...

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - You could be doing all the right things. Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing and seeing the dentist every six months, but still end up with cavities. It can be ...

My family has had terrible teeth throughout many generations. My daughter had three cavities in her front teeth when she was only 1. Her dentist suggested a treatment to prevent more cavities, but it ...

As a parent, you want to give your child the best possible start in life, and that includes a healthy smile. With tooth decay ...

Three-year trial comparing three treatment strategies for tooth decay in children's teeth finds no evidence to suggest that conventional fillings are more successful than sealing decay into teeth, or ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (CNN) — Today it sounds like a Halloween ...