You probably feel stunned and guilty after hearing that a 1-year-old has the start of cavities, especially if you thought you ...

Cavities are incredibly common, affecting 90% of adults between the ages of 19 and 64 — but they are often preventable. Also known as "dental caries," cavities are damaged areas in the hard parts of ...

By Neha Sharma, DDS   Cavities are the most common chronic childhood disease in the United States. More than 50 percent of ...

Tooth decay is a common and unfortunate problem for many of us, but two new studies show it is also an issue for other primates, as well as our fossil relatives and ancestors. Tooth decay is a common ...

I dread going to the dentist as much as the next person — which is why any video suggesting that I might not have to catches my attention. Lately, I’ve been drawn to TikTok clips sharing how to ...

Zoe McDonald has worked as a content creator and producer for more than eight years. She has held staff positions at national media brands as well as local outlets. She developed an interest in health ...

This article is republished from The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Olga Ensz is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Community ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Olga Ensz, University of Florida (THE CONVERSATION) “He hides his smile in every ...

"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 ...