Applying sealants to primary molars may reduce and delay pit and fissure caries (PFC) but not smooth surface caries (SSC), according to a study published

Breastfeeding may not contribute to early childhood caries (ECC), but other factors, including early feeding habits, may increase the risk of tooth decay, according to

A 5-year-old patient with a history of anxiety was hospitalized with a feeding tube after refusing to eat, drink, or even swallow saliva for a

Although dentists view screening and counseling for adolescent substance use disorder (SUD) as important, only about a third ask patients about it annually, according to

Children with the inherited blood disorder sickle cell disease may face a higher risk of oral health problems; however, many don’t receive necessary care, according

Children who are missing teeth because of injury or decay may be almost twice as likely to be bullied by their peers, according to a

Children with poor sleep quality may be more prone to excessive internet use and addiction, and both factors may be linked to poorer gum health,

Virtual reality (VR) simulation may be a useful tool for teaching dental students how to manage pediatric patient behavior, according to a study recently published

Dental problems — including caries, gingivitis, and gum disease — may affect how children fall and stay asleep and how long they snooze. The study

Preschoolers may face an increased risk of tooth decay from certain factors, including extended breastfeeding, which was linked to more than double the odds of

Depending on its concentration, amino acid arginine toothpaste may reduce active caries in children better than dentifrices containing sodium fluoride, according to the International Association

Young adults born very prematurely may be at higher risk of orofacial pain and dental anxiety and may be more likely to need orthodontics, according