Whether a black spot on your tooth is decay, a stain, or another issue, your dentist can identify the cause and recommend the best course of action, Dr. Duangthip says. About the experts ...

Tooth decay is technically reversible, but only if it is caught early, said Dr. Margherita Fontana, a researcher and professor of cariology at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

Beyond visibly spotting one, symptoms that might indicate you have a cavity include aching or discomfort; tooth sensitivity; pain when you bite down; brown, black or white staining on the surface ...

Colorado’s finding of a history of tooth decay in 61% of third graders is both in line with the national average and still far too high, said Dr. Karen Foster, a Denver dentist.

Tooth cavities, also known as tooth decay, are common health issues caused by plaque buildup. Symptoms include sensitivity, pain, and visible staining on teeth. Treatment options range from ...

It also contains catechins (antioxidants) that prevent bad breath and tooth decay and have anti-cancer effects. Black tea reduces bacterial attachment to the plaque.

Many rural counties are short on dentists, and if they lose water fluoridation, tooth decay could surge to levels that have not been seen in decades, experts warn.

Hundreds of rural American communities face a one-two punch to oral health: a dire shortage of dentists and a lack of fluoridated drinking water, which is widely viewed among dentists as one of ...

Tooth decay “ Tooth decay is essentially a disease which damages the enamel and underlying dentine of your teeth,” says Whitley. It’s often caused by having too much sugary food and drink ...

In Utah, with the end of water fluoridation, “I expect that we will see an increased rate of tooth decay, starting first with the youngest children,” says Tomar.

The number of children in Walsall who have experienced tooth decay is above average compared to the rest of England. The newly appointed director for public health, Nadia Inglis, said 24.8 percent ...