Cavity pain can range from mild to severe. The pain typically worsens as the cavity grows deeper into the tooth, closer to the nerves. Cavities, which dentists sometimes call dental caries, are spots ...

A study published in the journal ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering found that “peptide-enabled formulations” — a natural method to bring back tooth enamel while warding off cavities — can be ...

Cavities, also known as dental caries, are a sign of tooth decay. As the decay progresses, small holes begin to develop in the teeth. If not treated, they can become larger and cause more problems.

Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in your mouth create acids that damage the enamel on the surface of your teeth. Dentists call the damage “caries,” but most people refer to the holes that result in ...