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 — ...

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 ...

Whether governments and local authorities should add fluoride to tap water has always been a politically charged topic. In 1945, Grand Rapids, Michigan, became the first city in the world to take this ...

TOMS RIVER, N.J., Oct. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What steps can parents take to prevent cavities in their children’s teeth? In a new article published by HelloNation, Dr. Matt Sones of Ocean ...

Common signs of a cavity include tooth discoloration, holes, and pain or sensitivity. A cavity is tooth decay, often caused by eating sugary foods and drinks or failing to keep your teeth clean. To ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The epidemic of tooth decay in our country's young children has increased over the past 30 years and is now a public health crisis. A study by the American Academy of Pediatric ...

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 No. 1 chronic infectious disease affecting children isn’t colds or flu. It’s tooth decay – and it’s contagious. Decay can start as soon as teeth appear in the mouth. By age 5, about 60 percent of ...

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 ...

Cavities are caused by bacteria, acids, and carbohydrates that linger in the mouth. Regular dental checkups are key to removing plaque and tartar build-up that can lead to cavities. In addition to ...

Wearing dental braces necessitates diligent oral hygiene to prevent cavities and gum disease. Braces create hard-to-reach areas for food and bacteria, making regular brushing after meals, daily ...