As the debate over fluoride in water heats up, it’s important for the public to understand its benefits and concerns about overuse. A dentist explains.

One of the most overlooked ways of preventing dental disease is with the use of fluoride. It's essential for a healthier ...

"Incorporation [of fluoride] into the tooth enamel makes it more resistant to the acids produced by bacteria, helping prevent tooth decay in the first place," Morris said. "The presence of fluoride ...

The condition is often only detected when seeking treatment for symptoms ... including loss of enamel, tooth sensitivity, and a proclivity for cavities. If you suspect you’re grinding your ...

Lauren Kuhn Nuth presents a successful root canal re-treatment case she completed using Septodont's BioRoot Flow.

In fact, it is often called “nature’s cavity fighter”. It can be found in drinking water, some food and beverages, toothpaste, mouth rinses and dental treatments such as fluoride varnish.

Acidic saliva can cause teeth to lose minerals, leading to tooth decay. Researchers of a 2013 study found that individuals with psoriasis had more acidic saliva than those without psoriasis.

This increase in cavities led to increased treatment costs for children enrolled in Medicaid. This was especially pronounced in the youngest children (aged 0 to 5 years), for whom annual dental ...

A FEW days ago, we wished each other a Merry Christmas, and now it’s Season’s Greetings. But I wonder how many of us can indeed say that we have enjoyed these ...