tooth decay

Study to Investigate Tooth Decay Treatment for Older Adults

Researchers at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine will use a...

Project Recommends New Spending for NHS Dental Programs

The dental budget of England’s National Health Service (NHS) isn’t being spent efficiently and...

Genetics Has Little Impact on Oral Health

Genetic makeup does not predispose people to tooth decay, though children with overweight mothers...

Interprofessional Training Improves Pediatric Oral Health

Nursing, medical, and dental students can work as a team to improve their knowledge...

DMG Donates Caries Inhibitor to Free Dental Clinic

DMG has donated its Icon Caries Infiltrant to the CARE Center Children’s Medical and...

The Body’s Immune System May Contribute to Cavities and Failed Fillings

The body’s own defense system could be a major contributor to tooth decay and...

Colgate Expands Oral Health Education Program to Boys & Girls Clubs

After reaching a billion children around the world, Colgate is expanding its Bright Smiles,...

BDA Wants to Use Sugar Tax Revenue to Fight Tooth Decay

Now that it has been in effect for about a year, the Local Government...

Dentists Underdiagnose When Faced With Time Pressure

Dentists can miss important details on x-rays when they’re facing time pressure, according to...

SDF Programs Could Save Millions for Medicaid

Substituting silver diamine fluoride (SDF) for traditional restorative care in treating young children for...