An innovative and inexpensive treatment could someday replace surgery for cavities, one of the most common dental conditions.

A large clinical trial examined a short, non-invasive treatment for tooth decay. The results point to an additional option ...

A cavity doesn't always have to mean drilling, injections, or an uncomfortable visit to the dentist. A major clinical trial ...

Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the United States. The good news is there are ways to prevent it. Even the tiniest teeth can decay. There are habits ...

Imagine stopping a tooth cavity in its tracks with just a drop of liquid brushed onto the offending spot. No shots, drilling, anxiety or pain involved. The tooth is instantly stronger and less ...

Baby teeth get an unfair reputation as throwaway placeholders — temporary, replaceable, not worth much worry. A knowledgeable ...

A dentist's drill might not be the best way to tackle tooth decay in children's teeth, a new study has concluded. Findings from a major dental trial suggest that preventing tooth decay from occurring ...

When infection reaches the pulp of a tooth, the choice is often between extraction and endodontic treatment. Patients who arrange a root canal in Onehunga are usually trying to keep a natural tooth ...