Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Key Takeaways Silver amalgam fillings can last about 15 years on average. The FDA ...

It seems the days of going to the dentist for a filing could soon be nigh but we could soon be regrowing teeth with cavities ...

A new study finds potent antibacterial capabilities in novel dental restoratives, or filling materials. Tooth decay is among the costliest and most widespread bacterial diseases. Virulent bacteria ...

Dentistry can save your teeth, but it's rare to see exactly how the process works. A dentist walked Insider through replacing cavities in two different teeth. Cavities are part of life — nine out of ...