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cavities
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‘Freezing’ cavities a potential alternative to ‘drill-and-fill’
A routine dental checkup for a Baltimore 4-year-old turned into a health care odyssey for his mother. It all began…
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Percentage of adult Americans with cavities remains high, study notes
Although tooth decay and tooth loss have been declining in recent decades, more than nine of 10 working-age Americans have cavities…
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Fluoridation debate continues across the country
Is there a fluoride debate in your future? Public health advocates hailed the 5-0 vote by the Portland, Ore., city…
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Research delves into disparities in children’s oral health
Poor children suffer from more dental decay than their wealthier peers. In many cases, they may lack private insurance or…