Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

Cavities do not appear overnight—and waiting for pain is often the biggest mistake people make. James Bekker, DDS, breaks down how cavities form, why frequent sugar exposure is more damaging than ...

Even elementary schoolers know that munching on candy and not brushing their teeth can cause cavities. It’s one of the earliest oral care lessons everyone learns. But beyond the basics of dental ...

Poor oral hygiene, cavities, and tooth loss increase the risk of developing certain cancers. However, scientists do not yet understand why. Dental cavities or caries are small holes or openings in a ...

I dread going to the dentist as much as the next person — which is why any video suggesting that I might not have to catches my attention. Lately, I’ve been drawn to TikTok clips sharing how to ...

Jeffrey Ebersole receives funding from the National Institutes of Health. To “cry poor mouth” is an expression used to habitually complain about a lack of money. A literal poor mouth, however, ...

You just finished your diligent nightly routine of brushing and flossing your teeth, but your partner – who slacks on regular tooth care – hops into bed and tries to plant a big, fat kiss on you. Can ...