Jessica Meeske, a pediatric dentist in Hastings, says water fluoridation is beneficial and that children, adults, and seniors experience a significant reduction in tooth decay as a result.

Two pediatric doctors write that Florida’s new ban on fluoride in public drinking water will negatively affect all Floridians ...

The number of children whose tooth decay went untreated also went down, from 21% in 1999-2004 to 10% in 2011-2016. Boys and ...

Early childhood caries (ECC)—the world's most prevalent chronic childhood disease—disproportionately targets specific teeth, ...

Regular professional cleanings and checkups can catch gum problems before they lead to tooth loss or other health effects.

Fluoride improves tooth enamel, making teeth more resistant to cavities and decay. That’s especially important for children ...

Scientific data show that Calgary and Juneau offer cautionary tales for communities seeking to end fluoridation. Teresa DeLorenzo, Astoria ...

Crooked teeth are a common problem among adults, teens, and children. Learn about the various causes of crooked teeth and ...

A school-based program using minimal interventions successfully prevented most cavities from worsening. Two topical dental ...

We believe that we are all very afraid of tooth decay and it is a scary obsession for children and even adults. We made this model surreal to represent the pain of experiencing tooth decay. Through ...

Fluorides occur naturally in the earth’s crust, where they are found in rocks, coal, clay and soil. Lately, though, fluoride ...

The Pasco City Council has taken a significant step toward potentially removing fluoride from the city's water supply, citing ...