The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry says nearly 34 million hours of school time is missed each year due to cavities and other dental issues.

To honor the Fiesta of San Jacinto Holiday on Friday, several offices in the City of San Antonio will be closed.

With Halloween and fall festivals coming up fast, you can bet kids will be coming home with lots of candy. Here’s what Oral Health professionals from University General Dentists say about the best and the worst candy to enjoy. Try candy with nuts. Dentists say sugar-free candy can also help with saliva production, which helps wash your mouth clean of bacteria and plaque. Dentists say it is the ‘best’ candy for teeth.