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

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

Teeth on display at the Wellcome Collection, London. — Image by © Tim Sandle. Teeth on display at the Wellcome Collection, London. — Image by © Tim Sandle ...

If you have bruxism, wearing a mouth guard when you sleep can help prevent teeth damage and help with jaw pain. Custom-fit night guards offer the best protection and last longer. Mouth guards can ...

Brushing alone can’t protect your teeth completely. Here's the importance of flossing and mouthwash in oral care, how they prevent cavities and gum disease, and why a complete dental hygiene routine ...

Until now, the sensory neurons inside the tooth were primarily thought to send pain signals to the brain, but a new study shows those neurons are multitaskers that also trigger a jaw-opening reflex ...