That sparkly bubblegum toothpaste might taste great, but a new report finds that many young kids are piling on way too much of the stuff on their toothbrushes - and that's not good for their teeth.

Though high levels of fluoride in water or toothpaste may cause risks, this mineral is generally safe and even has the benefit of protecting against cavities.

Toothpaste no doubt tastes so good because it gets kids to want to brush their teeth more — but are they using too much of it? A study published Friday on the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Is your child using too much toothpaste? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta think it's a possibility. The organization recently surveyed parents and guardians of 5,157 children.

We all know that brushing our teeth is important. However, it's easy to make mistakes during one's dental hygiene routine. In fact, people often believe they are doing much better job at cleaning ...

(NEW YORK) — When struggling to put a child to bed on time each night, one of the last things on a parent’s mind is the amount of toothpaste smeared across their toothbrush. However, a recent study ...

Fluoride has long been praised for its role in strengthening tooth enamel and preventing cavities. It is commonly found in drinking water, toothpaste, mouth rinses, and even some foods. While small ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Too many young kids are using too much toothpaste, increasing their risk of streaky or splotchy teeth when they get older, according to a government survey released Thursday. About 40 ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WPVI) -- According to a CDC report, most children start brushing their teeth later than they should. Instead of starting when their first tooth comes in, the report says they're ...