Dental Health Stories
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Teens Are Dangerously Making Their Own Braces
Dentists speak out against the rise in homemade braces. -
Girl Uses Slingbow To Pull Out Her Own Tooth [VIDEO]
This girl is a fearless warrior who isn’t afraid to take matters into her own hands. -
All The Things Americans Would Rather Do Than Floss Their Teeth
More than a quarter of Americans lie about their flossing habits to their dentists. -
How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath… Forever [VIDEO]
Follow these simple steps to avoid halitosis, also known as bad breath, altogether. -
This Shark Tank Product Might Save You A Trip To The Dentist
Shark Tank's smartphone app measures oral hygiene, and could save your breath and trips to the dentist. -
Woman 'Fixes' Broken Teeth With Superglue For 10 Years [VIDEO]
A British woman gets six titanium screws inserted into her jaw with 12 new teeth permanently attached after supergluing her broken teeth for a decade. -
Amino Acid Found In Food Could Protect Teeth From Eroding
L-arginine, found in meat and dairy products, could help prevent cavities and gum disease by destroying harmful plaques. -
And The 'Biggest Culprits In Dental Erosion' Are…
Once your enamel wears down, there's no getting it back. Here's what to watch in your diet. -
Why Is Fluoride Good For Our Teeth? [VIDEO]
Here's how a fluoridated water supply protects our teeth against cavities and tooth decay. -
Brush Your Teeth To Preserve Your Heart Health
Oral infections like periodontitis can trigger inflammatory processes in the heart, increasing a person’s risk for cardiovascular disease. -
Man's 10-Year Plaque Buildup Will Make You Want To Brush Your Teeth ASAP [VIDEO]
This is what happens to your teeth when you don’t visit the dentist for 10 years. -
Plagued With Plaque: Why Athletes Tend To Have Bad Teeth
A team of researchers from the UK and North America explain why many athletes struggle with poor dental health and how it affects their performance.
