That tiny black spot you’ve been ignoring in your back molar isn’t going away on its own. In fact, it’s probably getting bigger every day, quietly eating away at your tooth while you hope it’s just a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nobody likes being told they need a filling at the dentist’s office. It’s uncomfortable and time-consuming, and we like to avoid ...

Bacteria in our mouth thrive on food particles left on teeth, forming a soft sticky film called plaque. Bacteria in plaque use the sugar and starch in what you eat and drink to make acids. The acids ...

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and ...

Cavities do not appear overnight—and waiting for pain is often the biggest mistake people make. James Bekker, DDS, breaks down how cavities form, why frequent sugar exposure is more damaging than ...

Dental fissure sealants are one of the simplest yet most effective methods to prevent tooth decay, especially in children. They act as a protective barrier, covering the deep grooves and ...

Yes, even with the best habits, you can still get cavities if the other tooth-damaging factors aren’t aligned. In this article, we’ll share the non-oral-hygiene-related reasons why your teeth aren’t ...