Three out of five third-graders in Colorado during the 2022-2023 school year had tooth decay, according to the most recent data from the state health department. Colorado’s finding of a history of ...

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 ...

Cavities are incredibly common, affecting 90% of adults between the ages of 19 and 64 — but they are often preventable. Also known as "dental caries," cavities are damaged areas in the hard parts of ...

A new statewide report shows children in Grant and Adams counties are experiencing some of Washington's highest rates of tooth decay, underscoring concerns from public‑health ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mother and daughter baby girl brushing their teeth together at their kitchen sink. Mothers with high levels of dental plaque can ...

Today, I’m testing something insane—I made my own gum in the lab! But here’s the challenge: I brought in some special guests, and whoever blows the biggest bubble wins a huge prize! But that’s not ...

Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for ...