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, ...

You probably feel stunned and guilty after hearing that a 1-year-old has the start of cavities, especially if you thought you ...

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 ...

Existing caries assessment methods typically don't account for decay in both primary and permanent teeth. Enter the Total Observed Caries Experience (TOCE) measure, which its creator says offers ...

Cavities, also known as dental caries, are a sign of tooth decay. As the decay progresses, small holes begin to develop in the teeth. If not treated, they can become larger and cause more problems.

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet most dental problems are entirely preventable with proper ...

The usefulness of bitewing images for helping find caries in permanent teeth is well-established. But is the modality also useful in determining caries in primary teeth? Researchers compared the ...

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Local health experts say they expect to see more dental issues, especially in very young children, now that Pasco has stopped ...