tooth decay

Dentists Pull 179,000 Teeth from Kids in England

The pediatric tooth decay crisis continues in England, as the British Dental Association (BDA)...

FDA Emphasizes Added Sugars on New Nutrition Labels

The nutrition label included on packaged food in the United States is about to...

Delta Dental to Fund Fluoride Treatments for Flint Children

Due to the ongoing lead crisis, many children in the Flint area of Michigan...

Changing Demographics Demand Age-Appropriate Oral Care

Today’s dentists may see multiple generations of patients: kids with tooth decay, parents who...

Young British Smiles May Be Getting Better

Pediatric tooth decay has reached epidemic proportions in England, impacting the well being of...

Restaurants Urged to Offer More Water

Nothing beats water when it comes to keeping teeth healthy. But while licensed restaurants...

How to Spot Child Abuse Among Your Patients

About 702,000 children were substantiated victims of child abuse or neglect in 2014, according...

Device Detects Cavities Before an X-Ray Can

The next wave of dental technology may include decay detection. A US patent has...

Tooth Decay Rates Remain Stable Among American Adults

Despite ongoing improvements in oral care, trends in tooth decay have remained relatively stable...

University Plans $15.5 Million Research Center for Oral-Systemic Health

Efforts to connect oral health to improved overall systemic health are ramping up around...