Because kids retain some of those teeth until the age of 12 or 13, it’s important to keep them healthy, said Dr. Judy Yip, a pediatric dentist in Garden Grove, Calif. Untreated cavities can lead ...

A lack of oral health literacy among caregivers and access to dental services is driving tooth decay in young children ...

Many children in Florida lack access to routine dental care. According to data from the Florida Department of Health, nearly ...

The beavers' toothy grins were made from the baby teeth of Rob and his brother, Adam. "I was completely speechless," Linkhart, 36, told TODAY Parents.

2. Avoid overbrushing on the day. On high sugar days like Easter, it’s natural to assume that brushing their teeth more frequently will mitigate some of the harmful effects on children.

Getting kids to brush their teeth can often feel like an uphill struggle, complete with distractions, tears and tantrums. But don’t worry, as we’ve got your back.

You should start brushing children's teeth as soon as they appear. As soon as you can see one in there, that's when you should be cleaning it. Now, you don't have to use a toothbrush.