While children and young adults are the most likely people to experience dental cavities or tooth decay, anyone can develop this oral health problem during any stage of his life. Cavities are caused by too much buildup of plaque in the mouth and can often be avoided by practicing good eating, brushing, and flossing habits. […]

The most common infectious disease among American children is tooth decay, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. Tooth decay is more commonly known as dental cavities. Children as young as two are developing cavities, according to a recent article published in The New York Times. Over 50 percent of American children will have […]

Brush and Floss Regular brushing and flossing is highly recommended by the ADA. Brushing should be done twice a day using fluoride toothpaste. Brush the front and back of each tooth as well as the sides. A toothbrush should be replaced every three or four months or as soon as the bristles begin to bend. […]

Research conducted by the Biomedical Research Institute of the Belgium Hasselt University has lead to the creation of a titanium 3D printing implant made from powder-heated titanium and fused together, each individual layer at a time, by a laser. Based in the same country, the specialized metal-parts manufacturer, LayerWise, built the implant. An 83 year […]