There are a lot of great foods out there to benefit children's teeth. Getting them to eat those foods, however, may take some work. See more »

Love it or hate it, brushing your teeth is a twice-daily necessity. Although parents understand this fact of life, plenty of kids rage against the dental hygiene machine. So, try making it more fun for everyone with a few simple games! See more »

Visits to the orthodontist's office are a rite of passage for many kids. Here are the latest options for straightening your child's teeth. See more »

Teething is a normal part of infant development, but that's little consolation when your little one and you are suffering through it. What are some effective ways to ease the ouchiness? See more »

We know how tough it is to teach kids how to brush their teeth, but after they've mastered the toothbrush, it's time for them to learn how to floss. Here are five tips to help get them started -- and how to keep them flossing. See more »

The emergence of baby teeth is an occasion for celebration in many cultures. Do you know why this dental phenomenon is so special? See more »

Do you have good oral hygiene habits, and do you know how to teach them to your kids? Test your toothbrushing skills and baby teeth knowledge in our quiz. See more »

With the high cost of braces, you may be wondering if there are cheaper or better alternatives out there. We'll investigate. See more »

In the 1970s, the media began reporting that babies who slept with milk bottles got more cavities than those who didn't. But, do cavities in baby teeth need to be filled? See more »

Lauren Hutton sports a gap-toothed smile. So do David Letterman and former New York Giant Michael Strahan. But what about your kids? Do gaps in baby teeth mean anything? See more »