Many people who clench their teeth do not even realize they do it. Chronically clenching and grinding your teeth can lead to some serious dental issues, including cracks, wearing, and even tooth loss.

As Halloween nears, you might be strategizing how to deal with your child’s annual sack of Halloween candy after a big night of trick-or-treating. It’s no secret that sugar is bad for teeth. But the ...

Children can still get fluoride through toothpaste, rinses and more Dentists say parents play a key role in brushing and flossing correctly TUESDAY, Dec. 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For decades, ...

When that first tooth emerges, start brushing — and other advice from pediatric dentists. By Melinda Wenner Moyer Pop quiz: At what age should kids first see a dentist? In a nationally representative ...

Fluoride does more than just prevent cavities—it actually strengthens teeth before they even come in. James Bekker, DMD, a pediatric dentist at University of Utah Health, explains how fluoride ...

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Some parents avoid giving their kids fruit juice, for fear that it might rot their teeth. But the bad effects of juice on a child's oral health could be short-lived, thanks to the remarkable ...

Academics at the University of Leeds School of Dentistry Children, who designed the website, said because children with autism could find brushing their teeth a distressing experience they were more ...