Silver diamine fluoride, resin-modified glass ionomer, and a resin-based sealant may be equally effective in preventing caries in primary molars, a new study suggests. Researchers from the ...

From fluoride toothpaste to dental sealants, science has brought all sorts of tools for fighting tooth decay — and yet 91% of Americans between 20 and 64 years of age are affected by dental caries.

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 ...

Extracellular polysaccharides play a central role in the survival capabilities of caries-causing bacteria in dental plaque, researchers report. Extracellular polysaccharides play a central role in the ...