No matter the cause, cavities are not uncommon. The U.S. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research reports that ...

Two topical treatments applied to kids' cavities can stop the majority of them from progressing for years, according to a ...

Cavities form from tooth decay and can lead to pain or tooth loss. Here's a roundup of symptoms, causes and expert tips to ...

A cavity is what you get from tooth decay -- damage to a tooth. Decay can affect the outer coating of a tooth (called enamel) and the inner layer (called dentin). Many people think that only ...

Dentistry can save your teeth, but it's rare to see exactly how the process works. A dentist walked Insider through replacing cavities in two different teeth. Cavities are part of life — nine ...

Eating candy is a fun indulgence, but having a dentist drill holes in your teeth is a recipe for pain. Unfortunately, eating a lot of sweets may be an express ticket to the dentist’s chair ...

The bacteria in plaque make acids that can damage the enamel on your teeth and cause cavities. If you don't remove it regularly, it can also cause red, swollen, bleeding gums (also called gingivitis).

Cavities are incredibly common, affecting 90% of adults between the ages of 19 and 64 — but they are often preventable. Also known as "dental caries," cavities are damaged areas in the hard ...