Several months ago, my 2-year-old son tripped and fell face first on our kitchen floor, breaking his two front teeth in half. I rushed him to my dentist, who examined him and had me bring him back 10 ...

More than one in three parents say their child has faced issues like tooth decay, cavities, stained teeth, gum concerns or tooth pain linked to their oral health routine over the past two years, a ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – More Louisiana children have oral health problems than children in any other state in the nation. Orthodontists at Celebrate Dental & Braces compiled data from a National ...

Many parents collect their kids’ baby teeth as keepsakes when they fall out. But imagine doing it to help determine if the child has experienced emotional trauma that could lead to bigger problems ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to ...

The easiest way to brush your toddler’s teeth is with them sitting on your lap, with their head cradled in the crook of your elbow. Choose a small-headed toothbrush with soft, nylon bristles, which is ...

Poor dental care can also cause serious health problems beyond the mouth and teeth. Research shows that neglecting dental hygiene can be linked to diabetes, pancreatic cancer, and heart disease. 3 In ...

Natal teeth are teeth a baby is born with. This condition is rare. It's harmless for a newborn to have teeth from birth, but it can create problems for the mother in breastfeeding. Natal teeth are ...