Four factors play into the process of tooth decay: the susceptibility of the teeth, bacteria, food and time, Lee said. Fluoride varnish is like “putting a bulletproof vest on teeth,” as it helps ...

Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive are among the defendants in six new lawsuits targeting the sale of toothpaste and ...

Fluoride helps prevent cavities when applied topically to the teeth, but when ingested can pose significant risks, even kill ...

A federal court had ordered the Biden administration to take action over fluoride's potential health risks at higher levels.

After three hours of impassioned pleas and dueling science among dozens of dentists, the Melbourne City Council voted early Wednesday to stop adding fluoride to the city's drinking water.

The Courier-Mail and its sister publications across Queensland launched the State of Decay series, highlighting the significant dental health problems in regions without fluoride. However ...

Editor’s note: The National Toxicology Program report cited above reported results for drinking water containing more than 1.5 milligrams of fluoride per liter, a level above that used in most ...

Followed categories will be added to My News. The varnish would be added to the teeth by a dentist or health practitioner and it is suitable for adults and children. It is recommended that it is ...

“Water fluoridation and 1000 ppm fluoride toothpaste are essential to protect children’s teeth. Without this children are left at severe risk of preventable decay, especially those with ...