Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay (dental caries) by fighting acid-producing bacteria that turn into plaque. Found in many foods and water, fluoride also strengthens and protects ...
Almost two- thirds of the nation's four to 18-year-olds have tooth damage, which can result in expensive dental repair bills. One in five children is drinking nearly ten cans of fizzy drinks a ...
Dental extraction is the removal of adult teeth to take on issues like tooth decay, infection, or crowding. The dentist or oral surgeon’s goal is to take out the entirety of the tooth—including its ...
An oral health survey of Kent school children in 2023 revealed a quarter of five year olds already had tooth decay, the Kent Community Health Foundation Trust (KCHFT) said. Tooth decay is the ...