Children

Vitamin D May Lower Rate of Tooth Decay

Vitamin D may benefit dentistry in a major way. Many recent studies have concluded...

Parents Pass Fear of Dentist onto Children

Children may be afraid to visit the dentist thanks to their parents. A new...

Link Exists Between Obesity and Poor Dental Health for Homeless Children

Obesity and dental cavities become worse as impoverished children grow older, according to a...

Mothers Can Impact Children’s Oral Health

A mother’s knowledge is essential to her children’s oral health, according to a new...

Survey: Kids’ Perceptions of Halloween Include “Too Much Candy” and Desire for Other Types of Treats

New York, New York, October 24, 2012— The American Dental Association® (ADA) and PopCap...

AGD Foundation Celebrates 40 Years of Philanthropy

CHCAGO (Oct. 18, 2012)—The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Foundation, an organization dedicated to...

Dental Problems More Common In Special-Needs Children

Special-needs children don’t receive the dental care they need in many cases. This information...

Sugary McDonald’s Drink Declared Healthy in United Kingdom

A health committee in the United Kingdom may want to re-explore a recent decision....

Children in New Zealand Missing Out on Dental Care

Children in New Zealand aren’t taking advantage of free dental care. The information was...

The American Dental Association and PopCap Games Announce Campaign

SEATTLE, Washington—September 10, 2012— The American Dental Association® (ADA), the leading source of oral...