Bottled water offers less fluoride and can actually erode your enamel if the pH level is too low. “You can prevent tooth decay by avoiding sugary drinks, brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride ...

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

To develop a cavity in fluorapatite, the pH of the mouth must be lower than 4.3. ... Eliminating tooth decay is not a one-solution problem. Even with water fluoridation, ...

In fact, "tooth decay is the most common chronic disease globally," says Kennedy. Good to know: Yes, ... "good sleep and good habits can promote good oral flora and good pH," says Popp.

While it’s technically true that all foods and drinks can cause tooth decay — or damage ... “Our teeth begin to break down when the acid level in the mouth dips below a pH of 5.5,” said ...

Fluoride has been added to public water systems in the United States since 1945 to strengthen tooth enamel and fight off bacteria, ultimately reducing tooth decay. Mass General Brigham researchers ...

Baking soda is naturally alkaline, meaning it has a pH higher than 7. The theory is that it neutralizes the acids that lead to tooth decay, Okano says.