A video claiming to show the impact of a severe case of "baby bottle syndrome" on one young child's teeth has gone viral on TikTok. In the clip, which was uploaded to the social media platform by ...

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, or protective outer layer of the tooth. If left untreated, tooth decay could lead to gum disease, cavities, and ...

The secret to preventing tooth decay may have been hiding in your mouth all along. Increasing levels of an amino acid in ...

Oral frailty can shorten your life expectancy, so those dreaded visits, drills and all, really are for your own good.

Advertisements for special toothpastes, powders and gums suggest that it’s possible. Here’s what dental experts say. By Katie Camero Most of us know that the best defense against tooth decay — or ...

Tooth decay can begin as soon as your child gets their first baby tooth. Fluoride, dental sealants, and regular dental cleanings can help prevent cavities from developing. According to the Centers for ...

A healthy mouth means more than an attractive smile. Research has shown that oral health impacts the wellness of the entire body and is directly linked to risk levels for heart disease, pneumonia and ...

Researchers have examined the teeth of Swedish Vikings and found that aside from evidence of decay and loss, they engaged in surprisingly advanced dental practices not dissimilar from modern practices ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Tooth decay is largely caused by sugar, which interacts with bacteria on our teeth to cause damage. (Getty Images) (Catherine ...