A great white shark is a masterwork of evolutionary engineering. These beautiful predators glide effortlessly through the ...

It's been a mystery: how can our teeth withstand such an enormous amount of pressure, over many years, when tooth enamel is only about as strong as glass? A new study by Prof. Herzl Chai of Tel Aviv ...

No-prep veneers are gaining popularity as a less invasive cosmetic dental option. Traditional veneers require tooth shaving, leading to long-term damage concerns. No-prep veneers can be costlier but ...

A tooth abscess is a collection of pus that forms inside a tooth or its surrounding structures. The abscess itself is one of the later stages of tooth decay, and typically occurs before tooth loss.

That friend who brags about never getting cavities despite terrible brushing habits isn’t just lucky, they’re walking around with a genetic advantage that makes their mouth a hostile environment for ...

You stumble into bed after a long day, exhausted and ready to crash. The last thing you want to do is drag yourself to the bathroom to brush your teeth. “I’ll just do it in the morning,” you tell ...

For decades, celebrities, influencers, and high-fliers have relied on a technique to give them perfect smiles: veneers. Or at least, they did. Demand for flawless teeth is still high. Getting your ...

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