September 07, 2010: Large Companies More Likely to Offer Dental Insurance
Only about a third of all U.S. businesses provide it, study finds

September 07, 2010: Fillings, Sealants May Leach BPA Into Kids' Mouths
But analysis finds exposure to the controversial chemical is short-lived, with health effects unclear

August 17, 2010: Health Tip: Why Gums Swell
Some possible causes

August 05, 2010: Tongue Piercing Can Cause Costly Gap in Front Teeth
One woman's experience suggests a risk; other potential problems include gum trauma, infection

July 08, 2010: Low-Income Children Not Getting Adequate Dental Care
California study finds those covered by public health insurance less likely to make regular visits, if they go at all

June 22, 2010: Cavities in Baby Teeth May Come From Poor Food Choices
Dental office a good place to offer education on kids' nutrition, researcher says

June 14, 2010: Cost-Conscious Cancer Survivors Skip Care
Research suggests millions are going without needed medical services

June 11, 2010: Even in Non-Contact Sports, Mouth Guards Are Essential
They help keep people of all ages and all sports smiling, experts say

June 09, 2010: 1 in 4 Americans Under 65 Lacks Dental Insurance
Latest stats, from 2008, show employment, education and race all affect access to care

May 28, 2010: Toothbrushing May Stave Off Heart Woes
Study finds link between lack of oral hygiene and cardiovascular disease

May 25, 2010: Rare Disorder Has People Convinced They Smell Bad
Sufferers often isolate themselves, consider suicide, study finds

May 24, 2010: Homeless Americans Unlikely to Receive Basic Health Care
More than 40 percent can't get dental services, eyeglasses, researchers find

May 03, 2010: Kids Raised by Relatives Face Increased Health Risks
Extra support is needed when children don't live with a parent, expert says

April 23, 2010: Allergy-Linked Mouth Breathing Spells Trouble for Kids
Children at risk for facial deformities, poor grades, dentists say

April 23, 2010: After Teeth Are Pulled, Platelet-Rich Plasma May Speed Healing
Process speeds formation of jaw bone, researchers say

April 22, 2010: Health Tip: I've Got a Toothache
Here's a list of possible causes

April 21, 2010: Health Tip: Signs That Baby is Teething
Here's what to look for

April 20, 2010: Health Tip: Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
Here's a list of possible causes

March 30, 2010: Acupuncture May Ease Anxiety Over Dental Work
For fearful patients, ancient therapy could help, study suggests

March 06, 2010: Protect Your Baby's Smile
Follow these tips to prevent early tooth decay, damage

March 05, 2010: Grinding Teeth at Night May Be a Sign of Daytime Stress
Those who do it appear to have difficulty coping in a positive way, researchers say

March 05, 2010: Treating Gum Disease May Thwart Preterm Births
Fewer women who had successful periodontal treatment gave birth early, study finds

March 03, 2010: Dental Problems Could Point to Meth Use
The more severe the addiction, the greater the decay, study finds

February 26, 2010: Genes Behind Tooth Development Discovered
Scientists say they affect appearance of first one, number of teeth in first year

February 16, 2010: Health Tip: Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Most often affecting the upper front teeth

February 02, 2010: Children Likelier to See Dentist if Parents Go Too
To improve tooth health, target mom, dad and pediatricians, experts say

January 28, 2010: Health Tip: Spot the Signs of TMJ
If you have these symptoms, see a dentist

January 26, 2010: Bone Loss May Accompany Dental Implants
Smokers suffer more deterioration than nonsmokers, researcher says

January 22, 2010: Stillborn Case Linked to Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy
Bacteria from mouth traveled through bloodstream to placenta, researchers say

January 20, 2010: Painless 'Plasma Jets' Instead of Dental Drill?
Cavities could be repaired with less discomfort, study suggests

January 07, 2010: Health Tip: Prevent Denture Problems
Suggestions for basic care

January 06, 2010: Health Tip: Caring for Your Braces
Practice good dental hygiene, and watch what you eat

December 28, 2009: Cavity-Causing Bacteria May Have Originated in Gut
Germ linked to tooth decay evolved from a beneficial organism, researchers say

December 22, 2009: Amino Acid May Be Key to Strong Teeth
Findings could someday help scientists engineer tooth enamel

December 03, 2009: Health Tip: Does Your Child Grind the Teeth?
A practice called bruxism

December 01, 2009: Health Tip: Learn the Warning Signs of Gingivitis
Check your gums for symptoms of inflammation

November 17, 2009: Health Tip: When Baby Is Teething
Ways to offer some relief

October 16, 2009: Taming Bad Breath
Suggestions for how to make it better

October 02, 2009: Dental Plaque Buildup May Raise Heart Risk in Black Men
White blood cell activity increases in these patients when oral hygiene is neglected, study finds

September 30, 2009: Doctor Visits Are Getting Short Shrift in Tight Economy
More than a third of Americans have cut back on medical care, survey finds

September 25, 2009: Health Tip: Understanding Gum Disease
Your risk increases with age

September 22, 2009: Health Tip: Prevent Cavities
Help keep teeth strong and healthy

September 08, 2009: Gum Disease May Increase Head and Neck Cancer Risk
The threat seems the same for smokers, nonsmokers, study finds

August 17, 2009: Health Tip: Help Improve Your Dental Health
Your food choices matter

August 03, 2009: Scientists Bioengineer New Teeth in Mice
They hope feat will someday lead to organ generation for humans

July 28, 2009: FDA Calls for Stricter Controls on Mercury Fillings
But notes dental devices pose no great risk to most people; consumer organization aghast at ruling

July 22, 2009: Health Tip: If You Fear Going to the Dentist
Here are suggestions to help calm your nerves

July 07, 2009: New Weapon Emerges to Fight Kids' Cavities
Xylitol syrup may protect baby teeth from decay, much like fluoride, study finds

May 26, 2009: Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link
Discovery helps explain association between the two illnesses

May 09, 2009: Acid Drinks Blamed for Increase in Tooth Erosion
The way people savor flavor compounds the problem, experts say