A trained protection dog flashes a full mouth of sharp teeth on command, ready to defend with precision and focus.

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

New research reveals a startling link between poor oral health and increased stroke risk. Gum disease and cavities, often overlooked, can lead to syst ...

Of course, cheese isn’t the only good food for your teeth. According to the University of Rochester Medical Center, ...

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and ...

Bruxism, the formal name for teeth grinding, can lead to ringing in the ears and tooth fractures. Here's how to find relief.

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) José Lemos, University of Florida and Jacqueline Abranches, University of Florida (THE ...

Fluoride remains the cornerstone of preventive dentistry, and researchers have analyzed the many delivery methods of fluoride ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) While you’re likely aware that eating too much sugar can cause cavities – that is, ...

While both morning and night brushing are crucial for children's oral health, night brushing is deemed more important for ...