Asthma, one of the most prevalent chronic conditions in childhood, has been increasingly associated with oral health challenges, notably dental caries. The interplay between the disease, its ...

Dental caries (decay) remains the most common chronic disease in the U.S. and globally, despite decades of research and proven preventive strategies. In South Dakota, 60–65% of adults and over ...

Experiencing adverse events in early childhood such as abuse or family instability may increase the risk of developing caries in children ages 7 to 10, according to a study published in the Journal of ...

Share on Pinterest Experts say children should first see a dentist at about the age of 3. Pansfun Images/Stocksy United A pediatrician’s group has released updated recommendations for children’s ...

Children’s microbiomes in their dental biofilms play major -- and previously unrecognized roles -- in dental disease, according to research published recently in Nature Communications. A team led by ...

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) and the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) have announced the publication of a ...

Five St. Louis area dentists recently answered questions regarding children’s oral health care. In last week’s issue, you read what dentists had to say about when children should begin dental visits ...

Today, the International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) published two reports including a critical review titled "Diet and Dental Caries - the Pivotal Role of Free Sugars ...

Bad breath, or halitosis, is an oral health condition where the main symptom is unpleasant-smelling breath. Common causes of halitosis in children include dental cavities, a lack of oral hygiene, ...

Poor oral hygiene can cause problems ranging from cavities and tooth sensitivity to advanced gum disease. However, proper oral hygiene and regular checkups can easily prevent most dental problems.