For some people, sugar isn't the only thing that risks tooth decay, say scientists from Cornell University in New York.

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 ...

the outermost layer of teeth, making it more resistant to acid-producing bacteria that cause cavities. There are two other inner layers of teeth — the dentin, which is sensitive to temperature ...

Cavities break through the surface enamel of teeth, and they'll probably get bigger ... While teeth are strong enough to chew ice and tear open packages, this can break them and stress your ...

When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for tooth decay.