Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Dental fillings are routine restorative dental treatments. They are placed in cavities (small areas of tooth decay or damage) in tooth enamel (the thin outer ...

Aspirin could reverse the effects of tooth decay and could lead to fewer fillings being needed in the future, researchers in Belfast have said. Initial research at Queen's University has found ...

Scientists have found an "unprecedented quantity" of bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease in 4,000-year-old human teeth. The dental remains, believed to have belonged from a man from ...

Whether to put fluoride in water was a hot-button issue in the late 90s in Kitsap, a debate raised again by national politicians today.

What Causes Tooth Decay in Kids? Tooth decay in children occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, the outer protective layer of teeth. These bacteria thrive on sugars ...

Smoking and other tobacco use can cause oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay. Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel and the dentin layer ...