So, fluoride helps make the tooth stronger. And it prevents the growth of those cavity-causing bacteria. Scientists have been ...

Water fluoridation transformed dental care, saved billions of dollars, and inspired an iconic scene in a Hollywood satire ...

Kids should start using a fluoride toothpaste as soon as their first tooth comes in — these are the best options.

Paulhus has spent the last 39 years fighting to get fluoride removed from Newburyport's drinking water. She writes letters to local newspapers, speaks up at community meetings, and personally, uses ...

Discover essential tips for brushing teeth to maintain optimal oral health. Learn proper techniques, tools, and habits for a ...

With February marking National Children’s Dental Health Month, WalletHub has published its 2025 ranking of states with the best and worst dental health. The comprehensive study examined dental care ...

UB dental researcher Marcelle Nascimento talks with UBNow about critical need for fluoride for all ages, especially in ...

In Buffalo, New York, city officials recently brought fluoride back online following a class action lawsuit from residents. The suit was filed after an investigative reporter found that the city had ...

Manatee County officials will consider putting a stop to the county’s decades-long practice of adding fluoride to drinking water. Since the early 90s, the county has added the mineral to tap water ...

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis suggests that more exposure to fluoride may be linked to lower intelligence ...

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Fluoride prevents cavities in a quarter of adults and children but excess and prolonged exposure can lead to health risks ...