Almost three thousand children had tooth decay so severe they attended A&E last year, new data reveals. MPs have called for an end to the “national scandal” facing NHS dental care, as new figures ...

Simple saliva testing could help doctors detect early signs of tooth decay for billions of people, long before cavities form, according to a new study published in the journal Archives of Orofacial ...

It’s long been known that smoking cannabis can lead to problems in the lungs, heart and brain. Ellyce Clonan, a researcher in the School of Dental Medicine, has identified another health problem ...

A study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association indicated that frequent recreational cannabis (FRC) use may cause tooth decay. In extreme cases, it can lead to severe tooth loss.

A pediatric anesthesiologist at the University of Illinois Chicago and a DePaul University clinical psychologist are joining forces to try to change behaviors, both in kids and their parents, after ...

Your mouth health matters for your entire body. Ignoring dental pain or bleeding gums can lead to serious problems. Watch for ...

Tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic infectious disease affecting children nationwide, the CDC reports, and can begin as early as a child’s first birthday. The good news is, parents and caregivers can ...