Dental Health Stories
Health conditions don’t just affect our insides — they can also alter our physical appearance. Here’s a look at a few of those physical changes in illnesses that are not uncommon.
Another reason to get your butt to a dentist regularly? It might lower the chances of getting pneumonia, suggests new research.
More kids need dental sealants to prevent tooth decay, the CDC says in a new report.
Before refined sugar caused most cavities, cavemen developed holes in their teeth from carbohydrates and then plugged them with beeswax.
There are lots of ways to share your bacteria and illnesses with others, including these common habits.
Human evolution has changed us from our eyes to our teeth and tailbones, which leads us to wonder what will be next.
Flossing is an important step in dental hygiene, which is why a recent study's findings upset dentists.
Try these tips for healthy teeth and gums.
A new study has found that taking video "selfies" while brushing teeth has the ability to improve a person's dental health.
Scientists have invented a new type of dental filing that stimulates decayed teeth to regrow, perhaps eliminating the need for root canals.
Brushing your teeth at a 45-degree angle in a vibrating motion will prevent premature wearing and tooth sensitivity.
Brushing your teeth isn't the most important step in dental hygiene, flossing is.