Dental caries afflict at least 90% of the world's population at some time in their lives. Detecting the first signs of this disease, which can be lethal in extreme cases, just got easier thanks to work by researchers in India discussed in the latest issue of the International Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Technology.

The tooth-protecting sugar substitute xylitol has been incorporated into gummy bears to produce a sweet snack that may prevent dental problems. Research published today in the open access journal BMC Oral Health describes how giving children four of the xylitol bears three times a day during school hours results in a decrease in the plaque bacteria that cause tooth decay.

Young children from low-income families experience high levels of tooth decay and face many barriers to getting dental treatment and preventive services.

Fluoride-Induced Spots on Teeth Harm Kids’ Self-Esteem, says Dental Journal

Fluoride added to public water supplies is detrimental to your health.

Health Secretary Alan Johnson said it's time to improve England 's dental health and insisted on putting fluoride in local drinking water to help reduce tooth decay in children, especially in poor areas.

Adding fluoride chemicals into community water supplies started in Grand Rapids Michigan where tooth decay is rising along with fluoride over-dose symptoms.

“Sweet magnolia” does more than describe the fragrant blossoms of a popular evergreen tree. It also applies to magnolia bark’s effects on human breath. Scientists in Illinois are reporting that breath mints made with magnolia bark extract kill most oral bacteria that cause bad breath and tooth decay within 30 minutes.

Adding fluoride chemicals into our food and water supply has never been proven safe or effective. Studies show it's harmful to health

Dentists Spread False Fluoride Data.