Dr. Elizabeth Walton, cofounder of dental chain Risas Dental, explains how you can get a cavity from your sweetie. The plaque thickens. You know you can get cavities from eating too many sweets, but ...

Two teeth from a man who lived approximately 4,000 years ago have been discovered to have an abundance of bacteria that primarily cause tooth decay and gum disease. The rare find could help scientists ...

Tooth sensitivity or discoloration may indicate that you have a cavity. Here's how to recognize common signs and symptoms of ...

Did you have THIS on your bingo card of life? Cavities are contagious? Really?! According to the Good RX website, yes, you can catch a cavity, so to speak, just like you can catch a cold from someone.

Dec. 29 -- MONDAY, Dec. 28 (HealthDay News) -- New research provides insights into the genetic makeup of a germ that causes cavities, and shows why the germ does such a great job of colonizing the ...

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 ...

Could wine be nature's toothpaste? According to a new study, it might fight off cavity-causing bacteria. Here's what you should know. There are certainly benefits of having the occasional glass of ...