(CNN) — Two teeth from a man who lived approximately 4,000 years ago have been discovered to have an abundance of bacteria that primarily cause tooth decay and gum disease. The rare find could help ...
A new clinical trial at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry is offering patients with cavities in between teeth a new, less painful treatment option. The new treatment, called ...
(The Conversation) – Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during ...
Baby teeth are important. Children who get cavities before six years old are more prone to cavities later in life. Strategies to prevent cavities: Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a clean damp ...
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