Dental caries, commonly referred to as cavities or tooth decay, continue to be big problems among young children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the ...

Fluoride helps prevent cavities when applied topically to the teeth, but when ingested can pose significant risks, even kill ...

At this stage, the tooth becomes painful when stimulated by actions such as chewing. The cavity is now active and may progress to affect the pulp, the innermost layer of the tooth. This is why you ...

Researchers traced the cause of the stain to the town's water supply, which contained abnormally high levels of fluoride.

A new study suggests a link between high levels of fluoride and lowered IQ. It's heating up arguments over fluoridating ...