Cavities, dental

Cavities, dental A healthy mouth usually fights tooth decay successfully. The mouth contains protective bacteria and is bathed in saliva, which neutralizes acids, remineralizes teeth, and washes away food particles. However, if this balance is disturbed, harmful bacteria can cause tooth decay.

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Look ma, fewer cavities in the 1990s Children in the 1990s were less likely to have cavities in their baby teeth compared with their counterparts in the early 1970s, study findings suggest...

Breastfeeding may protect against tooth decay Infants and young children who routinely fall asleep with a bottle in their mouth are at high risk for

US kid's cavities decline dramatically Since the early 1970's, there has been a 57% drop in cavities in the permanent teeth of 6- to 18-year-olds, as well as a 40% drop in cavities in the baby teeth of 2- to 10-year-olds, according to a new study...

US tap water safety often beats bottled water Bottled water from around the country and around the world is available for sale in the US...

Chewing Sticks Provide An Alternative To Toothbrushes The western world's use of the toothbrush and toothpaste as part of a daily dental hygiene regimen is not the only effective way to clean teeth and prevent plaque build-up...

Food preservatives prevents cavities in rats Commonly used food preservatives may help prevent cavities by enhancing the action of fluoride, according to a study in rats presented at the International Association of Dental Research meeting in Washington, DC...

University Of Rochester: Lead Exposure Increases Risk Of Cavities In Children, Adults Environmental lead exposure appears to increase the risk of cavities in children, adolescents and adults in the United States, according to findings published in the June 23 issue...