Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...

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 a ...

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 ...

If you’ve gone to the dentist recently and suddenly have some cavities, dentists may be able to explain a unique reason why. Hint: It may be especially likely if you’ve been attending lots of New Year ...

Most people view cavities as a common dental nuisance—painful and inconvenient, but ultimately isolated to the mouth. However, a growing body of research suggests the relationship between oral health ...