Getting kids to brush their teeth can often feel like an uphill struggle, complete with distractions, tears and tantrums. But ...

Dentists use a scraping tool to get under your gums to clean out bacteria. They then smooth out your teeth’s roots in a process called planing to allow your gums to reattach. Some dentists use ...

Dentists and hygienists often propose fluoride treatments to patients in the dental chair to prevent cavities and strengthen ...

A program at Cape Cod Community College in Massachusetts is bringing free teeth cleaning to children on the Cape during their school vacation week. At the Wilkens Family Dental Hygiene Clinic at ...

When Tristen Boyer recently had a couple of cavities filled, her dentist suggested she get fluoride treatment afterward. She has Crohn’s disease, which puts her at increased risk for tooth decay.

But the relatively simple procedure – which involves applying a varnish, gel or foam directly to the teeth – isn’t always covered by insurance, especially for adults. So when is it worth ...

Dentists and hygienists often propose fluoride treatments to patients in the dental chair to prevent cavities and strengthen ...