Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Even though all primary teeth eventually fall out, it's important to take care of them. Loss or decay of these teeth can deform ...

According to a CDC health report, in 2024, about 17% of kids between the age of 6 to 9 years old had a cavity in their baby ...

By Dr. Paul McConnell Oral health is more than just a bright smile, it’s an important part of a child’s growth, development and overall well-being. Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease among ...

Tooth injuries in children can range from minor to severe, affecting both primary (baby) teeth and permanent teeth. This ...

Anthea Rhodes is the founding director of the Royal Children's Hospital National Child Health Poll. This project receives funding from the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. Mihiri J Silva receives ...

Maintaining proper oral health matters more than just keeping a sparkling smile. It’s also important for good overall health. That is especially true for children, as decay in baby teeth can lead to ...

KUTV — Before you know it, your baby has teeth! But it turns out that those beautiful new teeth painstakingly working their way through your baby’s gums are already at risk of tooth decay as soon as ...

There is a rising incidence of tooth decay in children in West Yorkshire due to a lack of access to NHS dentistry, says Ropergate Dental Care which is prioritising NHS places for children to help.

Teeth help animals bite and chew food. Meat-eating carnivores tend to have sharp teeth to sink into their prey, while herbivores tend to have flatter teeth to grind down their plant-based meals. Some ...

Scared, ashamed, happy or proud -- how do children feel when they lose their first baby tooth? Scientists have now found that children's feelings are predominantly positive. The study also reveals ...

Arosha Weerakoon has received funding from Colgate for her research. She is a member of the Australian Dental Association as well as the International Association for Dental Research. She is a Fellow ...