Many people who clench their teeth do not even realize they do it. Chronically clenching and grinding your teeth can lead to some serious dental issues, including cracks, wearing, and even tooth loss.

As a pediatric dentist, I spend a lot of time advising parents on how to protect their children’s teeth. One question I get asked a lot is whether fluoride is safe for kids. I understand why parents ...

“In children, it is four to five times more prevalent than asthma, and by age 19, more than two-thirds of children have signs ...

Fluoride does more than just prevent cavities—it actually strengthens teeth before they even come in. James Bekker, DMD, a pediatric dentist at University of Utah Health, explains how fluoride ...

There are a lot of things to think about when you’re the parent of a young child.  And that includes teeth, even before they ...

This article is republished from The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Olga Ensz is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Community ...

WASHINGTON — U.S. health regulators announced an effort Tuesday to phase out ingestible fluoride supplements sometimes used to strengthen children’s teeth, opening a new front in Health Secretary ...

A peculiar dental condition known as shark teeth is gaining increased attention from parents and pediatric health care professionals across the United States as more families encounter the startling ...

Cavities in children stem from more than just sugar. Dr. Abhinav Talekar highlights that diet, bacteria, saliva balance, and oral hygiene are crucial. Frequent snacking on acidic foods, poor brushing, ...