Once the decay gets into the softer dentin layer, most dentists will immediately recommend a filling. But even then, ...

Need a tooth pulled or a cavity filled? Forget the dentist. A number of states are allowing or considering letting "dental therapists," professionals with a lower level of training, do the job. In ...

Dental fillings are far from being a pleasant experience, but right now they're necessary to fill cavities and prevent further damage. A research team at the University of Nottingham in the UK could ...

Got a cavity? A few things to check before you let your dentist drill - Nearly 90 percent of adults aged 20-64 have had decay ...