Dr. Celine Gounder explains how poor dental care can potentially increasing your risk of developing other health conditions.

Public-health experts caution that the evidence of harm is thin, and fluoridated tap water keeps teeth healthy. But is it ...

Dentists and hygienists often propose fluoride treatments to patients in the dental chair to prevent cavities and strengthen ...

Dentists and hygienists often propose fluoride treatments to patients in the dental chair to prevent cavities and strengthen teeth. But the relatively simple procedure – which involves ...

(AP) — When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for ...