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Tooth Decay: Stages, Complications, and Treatment

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, or protective outer layer of the tooth. If left untreated, tooth decay could lead to gum disease, cavities, and ...
The New York Times

Can You Reverse Tooth Decay?

Advertisements for special toothpastes, powders and gums suggest that it’s possible. Here’s what dental experts say. By Katie Camero Most of us know that the best defense against tooth decay — or ...
Kaleido Scope

Delay the decay: how to identify, treat, and prevent cavities

When you drink cold water or a hot cup of coffee, do your teeth feel a little sensitive? Or, when you take a bite of food, do you have a toothache shortly after? If you answered yes, you might be ...
Healio

Study: Removing fluoride from US water would cost $10B over 5 years

We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact [email protected]. Compared with current fluoridation rates, removing ...
Medicine Buffalo

Frequent cannabis use can lead to cavities, severe tooth loss, according to UB study

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It’s long been known that smoking cannabis can lead to problems in the lungs, heart and brain. Ellyce Clonan, DDS, a clinical assistant professor in the University at Buffalo School of ...