Cavities are often preventable with proper oral hygiene, a balanced diet, and regular visits to the dentist. This article ...

Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing and seeing the dentist every six months, but still end up with cavities. It can be ...

Q: What causes cavities in children? A: The combination of bacteria, food, and acid that sticks to the teeth is the main cause of cavities. Over time, the acids made by the bacteria eat away at the ...

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease affecting children in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control ...

We evaluated the prevalence of HPV DNA in the oral cavity/oropharynx in a cross section of children aged 2 weeks to 20 years. Methods: A risk factor questionnaire and oral exfoliated cells were ...

leading to slightly fewer cavities in children’s baby teeth. Research from before 1975 showed large benefits; children living in areas with fluoride added to their water had an average of about ...