The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

The secret to preventing tooth decay may have been hiding in your mouth all along. Increasing levels of an amino acid in ...

Dental health is influenced by various factors aside from brushing. The mouth responds to food intake throughout the day ...

There could be new hope in the fight against gum disease. Scientists have developed a toothpaste that targets only the ...

Berries are good sources of vitamin C which helps support building strong connective tissues in the gums. Another name for ...

(CNN) — Two teeth from a man who lived approximately 4,000 years ago have been discovered to have an abundance of bacteria that primarily cause tooth decay and gum disease. The rare find could help ...