Dentists explain why starchy and salty snacks, such as crackers, damage tooth enamel more than certain candies and how ...

Tooth decay is largely caused by sugar, which interacts with bacteria on our teeth to cause damage. (Getty Images) The importance of taking care of our teeth has been instilled in us since childhood.

You may go for a cup of coffee or tea in the morning followed by a glass of wine in the evening. And perhaps you're good about brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing. Unfortunately, your dental ...

Coffee is known to stain teeth, but new research has found that drinking black coffee in moderation actually helps to prevent the bacteria that causes tooth decay. The researchers found that coffee ...

Limited food intake prevalence was about 13 percentage points higher among adults with few teeth vs. most whether untreated decay equal to zero or one, or greater than one. Limited food intake ...

Morning sickness and hormonal changes don’t just affect your stomach and mood – they can also take a toll on your teeth and ...

Brentwood dentist Nancy Schort shares the sticky truth about the effect of sugary sweets on our teeth. One of the biggest culprits is chewing gum. But are there benefits as well? While chewing gum CAN ...

Braces work continuously to move teeth into better positions. While this process improves alignment, it also creates new challenges for daily cleaning. Food and plaque can collect around wires and ...