Childhood cavities are the number-one chronic disease affecting children. More than 40 percent of kids have tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten and 50 percent of children have gingivitis.

Cavities are one of the most common forms of tooth decay among children in the United States. They affect roughly 20 percent of children between the ages of 5 and 11. Multiple factors can influence ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Water flossing may have a slight advantage over traditional flossing for gum ...

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The new business adds another local dental care option as many Mainers, especially those on MaineCare, struggle to get appointments.

That’s why so many dentists recommend an electric brush. “They eliminate a lot of mistakes people tend to make when they ...

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health. This animal study was published earlier this month in BMC ...

Rotten or decayed teeth are teeth that have become damaged by decay or infection. Signs include pain and marks or holes in tooth enamel. Decay usually results from inadequate oral hygiene, but certain ...

Chemotherapy may lead to tooth decay or infections by weakening the immune system and slowing down the regeneration of oral cells. Side effects are usually short term, and practicing oral hygiene may ...