The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial bacteria – a strategy that could potentially reduce the risk of tooth decay ...

New human clinical trial proves arginine, an amino acid, can modify plaque formation on teeth, thereby protecting against ...

Certain foods can support oral hygiene. Things like cheese, nuts, and fatty fish are among the foods dentists say protect ...

Learn how growth patterns in tooth enamel and residues trapped in dental plaque were used to reconstruct childhood ...