Oral Health News & Features

With good care, teeth can last a lifetime. But chewing, brushing, and grinding can wear them down. Here's how to protect your teeth.

How can you tell you have gum disease? What can you do about it?

Are electric toothbrushes really worth the extra money? What we found out may surprise you.

We all have our excuses for not flossing our teeth. Here are some ways to get past them and save your teeth.

We’ve been brushing our teeth since we could hold a toothbrush. Still, there are some common mistakes that we all make once in a while.

Want to attack tooth plaque and keep it from coming back? Here’s how you can.

The fear of cavities has been with us since we were kids. Still, we sometimes get confused about the facts and myths that surround these "holey" terrors.

Find out how bleeding gums can be linked to other health conditions, like heart disease and diabetes.

Learn about the pros and cons of trying home remedies like rinsing with salt water or herbs to treat your bleeding gums.

Have you heard that you don’t need to floss your teeth? You might not want to quit that habit just yet.

Even before babies have teeth, their mouths need care to protect against damage and decay later in life. Here's some expert advice.

Your oral health can give clues about sleep apnea.

If you're having a bout with bad breath, you can fight it off right from the comfort of your own home. WebMD shows you how.

Ways to keep your mouth healthy as you age from WebMD.

Here are five surprising foods and drinks that can cause everything from stains to excess plaque to damaged teeth and gums.

Sink your teeth into the truth about whiteners. WebMD tells you the best bets for a dazzling smile.

Thinking about braces? WebMD knows what it takes to get a straighter smile.

You use your teeth to talk, chew, and smile. WebMD gives you some other "teeth facts" you probably didn’t know about your pearly whites.

Want to keep your teeth white? Check WebMD's list of foods and beverages that stain teeth.

Bad breath (halitosis) affects how you feel about yourself, not to mention how others perceive you. Learn the causes and cures and get fresher breath, starting today.

If your smile has lost its luster but you can’t afford a professional treatment, you can do it yourself at home. WebMD looks at the options so you can choose what’s right for you.

The teeth on either side of a new filling might be at risk for decay, dental experts say. WebMD has the details.

WebMD explains what you can do to keep your tooth enamel from eroding and prevent cavities.

Implants are a durable, natural-looking option for replacing missing teeth. WebMD Magazine has the details.

Find out what causes bad breath, and how to prevent the embarrassment of halitosis.