Baby teeth are important and ways to protect them from dental cavities. Children who get cavities before six years old are more prone to cavities later in life. Strategies to prevent cavities Gently ...

If you thought brushing and flossing was all there was to oral hygiene, think again. Turns out what you eat is actually important in keeping your teeth and gums healthy. We've rounded up a list of the ...

How does brushing your teeth protect your overall health? Discover how oral care impacts overall health, with insight from OU College of Dentistry director, Dr. Rieger Wood. Find your “dental religion ...

Your teeth do more than just help you chew food, they shape your smile, support your facial structure, and play a big role in how you speak. Yet, many people do not realise how serious it is to lose ...

The final months of the year tend to bring a surge in sugary treats, thanks to three major U.S. holidays: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Whether it’s leftover Halloween candy or the pumpkin ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kate is a lifestyle writer based in New York City. You know the old saying — when all else fails, smile? These days, with oral ...

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and ...

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 ...

For generations, fluoridated drinking water has helped safeguard the teeth of most American children. Yet recently, skepticism over this public-health measure has gained new traction, and some locales ...

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A dentist shares five tricks for managing treats. By Alice Callahan Dr. Apoena Ribeiro is a pediatric dentist and microbiologist at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She’s also a parent ...