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  1. Cavities and tooth decay - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Nov 30, 2023 · Drink some tap water. Most public water supplies have added fluoride, which can reduce tooth decay greatly. If you drink only bottled water that doesn't contain fluoride, you'll …

  2. Cavities and tooth decay - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    Nov 30, 2023 · Regular checkups can find cavities and other dental issues before they lead to more-serious problems. The sooner you seek care, the better your chances of reversing the …

  3. How to prevent periodontitis - Mayo Clinic Press

    Jul 24, 2025 · Several water flossers have been deemed effective at removing plaque and helping to prevent gingivitis by the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs.

  4. Bad breath - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    Dec 21, 2023 · To reduce bad breath, help avoid cavities and lower your risk of gum disease, regularly keep your mouth and teeth clean. Further treatment for bad breath can vary.

  5. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Teach children importance of dental health …

    Apr 21, 2015 · It is important for parents to have good oral hygiene, too. Make sure you and your children see a dentist regularly. Tooth decay happens when areas in the hard surface of your …

  6. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Sinusitis and treatment options

    Oct 2, 2022 · After testing to determine your allergies, you can discuss treatment options to prevent or control symptoms. Treatment options include intranasal sprays, oral medications, …

  7. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Keeping children’s teeth healthy

    Jun 20, 2023 · Frequent snacking increases your children's risk for cavities. The saliva in their mouth is important to prevent cavities. If the mouth frequently has food or sugary liquid, the …

  8. What’s causing your sinus trouble? - Mayo Clinic Press

    Sep 9, 2025 · Your sinuses are four pairs of air-filled interconnected cavities located between your eyes and nose. What goes on inside them — a microscopic battle between infection- and …

  9. Home Remedies: Steps to help relieve sinusitis - Mayo Clinic News …

    Apr 3, 2019 · Moisten your sinus cavities. Drape a towel over your head as you breathe in the vapor from a bowl of hot water. Keep the vapor directed toward your face. Or take a hot …

  10. Tooth abscess - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

    Jun 29, 2022 · A periapical tooth abscess usually occurs as a result of an untreated dental cavity, an injury or prior dental work. The resulting infection with irritation and swelling (inflammation) …