The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

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Certain foods can support oral hygiene. Things like cheese, nuts, and fatty fish are among the foods dentists say protect ...

There could be new hope in the fight against gum disease. Scientists have developed a toothpaste that targets only the ...

Many people see soft drinks as a direct threat to dental health, but the question is whether the link is really that ...

Dental health is influenced by various factors aside from brushing. The mouth responds to food intake throughout the day ...

Deep tooth infections can quietly fuel inflammation that disrupts blood sugar control, and treating them may benefit overall metabolic health.

Tiny teeth tattoos are being fashioned to detect harmful bacteria in the human body and diagnose illnesses. Researchers at Princeton University, led by Michael McAlpine, have been developing this high ...

Impacted teeth pose significant risks to oral health, ranging from cyst formation to arch crowding. Early detection remains ...