The UK government has cracked down on when and how brands are permitted to advertise unhealthy food, in an effort to curb the ...

Cutting-edge 3D AI technology can identify early childhood tooth decay as accurately as visual exams, paving the way for significantly faster and more accessible care, according to a new study.

Dry skin can affect every part of your body, down to uncomfortable cracks and deep, painful cuts or fissures in your feet. Though they can worsen in the wintertime due to lower humidity levels, ...

A new study in the journal Microbiology Spectrum highlights the potential of using a natural compound from maple to combat the bacteria responsible for tooth decay: Streptococcus mutans.

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health, parenting, and general health and ...

“There’s this old thought that somebody with Down syndrome won’t be able to get a job or live independently,” says Kishore Vellody, MD, a professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School ...

The NHS also advises that people with a dry mouth should avoid smoking, sleeping with dentures in, and using acidic ...

In some cases, a persistent dry mouth may be caused by conditions such as diabetes or Sjögren's syndrome. In its advisory, ...

Teeth are categorized by their placement and function. Sharper teeth near the front of your mouth tear food into smaller pieces, while flatter teeth at the back of your mouth grind the food down.

The NHS has said that whilst it is normal in some cases, it could also signal a condition that needs medical attention ...