Here's how to enjoy it without wrecking your smile, according to dentists.

Cavities may not make your dentist too happy, but cancer doctors on the other hand may feel differently following new research. A study finds people with more dental cavities are significantly less ...

Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

Did you know midlife hormonal shifts can affect your teeth? Dry mouth, cavities, inflamed gums — they’re all connected to estrogen loss.

Dentists would have you believe that a good brushing and flossing regimen paired with a puritanical avoidance of sweets is all it takes to keep your mouth a cavity-free zone. We’re not going to ...

It’s the diagnosis no one ever wants to hear: a cavity. (Not to be dramatic or anything.) Sure, it's not exactly deadly, but cavity treatment is potentially pricey, and sitting in the dentist’s chair ...

Yes, even with the best habits, you can still get cavities if the other tooth-damaging factors aren’t aligned. In this article, we’ll share the non-oral-hygiene-related reasons why your teeth aren’t ...

While for us the discovery of a cavity might mean it's time for a trip to the dentist's office, their discovery in our early ancestors can act as an important indicator of ancient dietary trends.