Children

Got Fluoridated Milk? It Fights Cavities, Too

Municipalities have been fluoridating water for 70 years, cost-effectively preventing tooth decay. Yet more...

What You Wear Can Ease Pediatric Dental Anxiety

Dental anxiety plays a significant role in pediatric care. Yet one recent study from...

Sugar-Free Gum Could Save the UK Millions

Pediatric tooth decay is a growing crisis in the United Kingdom (UK), affecting 34%...

Most Children on Medicaid Lack Dental Services

As tooth decay grows among pediatric populations, access to dental care remains challenging. The...

Vitamin D May Reduce Risk of Caries in Kids

Tooth decay is reaching epidemic proportions in many pediatric populations. Common factors behind its...

Yankee Dental Congress Launches in Boston

Nearly 27,000 dental professionals are expected to attend Yankee Dental Congress, with more than...

Pediatric Robot Improves Dental Care

Many children feel anxiety when they go to the dentist. Sometimes, a little companionship...

AAO Seeks Orthodontists for Charity Program

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Donated Orthodontic Services (DOS) program serves children who...

Sleep Apnea Affects High-Achieving Students, Too

When students have problems in school, many doctors ask about how well they’re sleeping....

School-Based Hygiene Programs Prove Effective

Due to sugary snacks and inconsistent access to care, tooth decay is a growing problem,...