Fluoride: Balancing Efficacy and Safety in Modern Dentistry

Fluoride remains the cornerstone of preventive dentistry, and researchers have analyzed the many delivery methods of fluoride treatment.
Los Angeles Times

The Challenges of Root Caries Diagnosis and Treatment

Root caries occur on exposed root surfaces, which are more vulnerable to demineralization than enamel. The prevalence of root caries is rising sharply due to increased tooth retention in an aging ...
BMJ

Poor oral health including active caries in 187 UK professional male football players: clinical dental examination performed by dentists

Background The few studies that have assessed oral health in professional/elite football suggest poor oral health with minimal data on impact on performance. The aim of this research was to determine ...

Higher maternal vitamin D during pregnancy tied to less childhood tooth decay

Zhejiang University School of Medicine investigators reported that higher maternal plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels across pregnancy aligned with lower odds of early childhood caries in children.