A filling seals a hole, or cavity, in a tooth. This helps treat tooth decay, preventing further damage and tooth loss, as well as the possibility of pain and infection. Having a cavity filled may ...

The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans will no longer treat tooth decay with dental fillings ...

Scientists in the U.K. have developed a new material that may allow them to grow teeth in the lab, which could provide an alternative to fillings and dental implants someday. When you purchase through ...

Composite fillings show over 80% success in young children treated under general anesthesia. Bulk-fill methods reduce procedure time by 60% while maintaining high restoration quality. Material ...

It’s a frustrating fact that our bodies can’t regenerate damaged tooth enamel, but scientists at the University of Washington (UW) have now grown mini teeth in the lab that secrete enamel-producing ...

Every year, dental spending adds up to over $120 billion nationally. A large portion of that goes toward fixing or replacing teeth. Procedures such as cavity fillings, dental crowns, and tooth-loss ...

Enamel is your tooth's armour strong yet irreplaceable. Acid, habits, and misalignment silently erode it, making prevention essential.

It’s not uncommon to feel fear or concern about getting a cavity filled. Dental fillings can hurt in some instances. But most cause little to no discomfort during the procedure. If you’re avoiding ...

Dental amalgam fillings have a bad rap. Advocates argue they are toxic and can harm people. But how common are they?