Wisdom teeth, the last molars emerge between 17 and 25 years old but their evolutionary purpose has now raised a fundamental question: why do humans have them given the challenges and issues they present? Find out the answer in this article.
Daily toothbrushing in hospitals links to reduced pneumonia, lower ICU mortality, shorter mechanical ventilation, and shorter ICU stays for patients. Find out more details in this article.
Japanese startup, Toregem Biopharma, is developing a tooth regrowth drug with clinical trials planned for July 2024. Continue reading to learn more about this innovative.
The Arctic-dwelling "ice mouse" was a minuscule creature that thrived in the Cretaceous period, enduring extended winter darkness. Check it out in this article.
Recent findings suggest that toothpaste incorporating a mineral component of teeth is equally effective in cavity prevention as fluoride. Check it out in this article.
The extinct bacteria were found trapped in ancient Neanderthal teeth, and their enzyme produces could help with the developments of novel antibiotics one day. Read to learn more.
Uncover the 400-year-old secret of a French aristocrat's dental health. Learn how gold wire was used to keep her teeth from falling out and how it ultimately made her condition worse. Read now to find out more.
A new study confirms clusters of bacteria and fungi walking between teeth that may affect overall health. Read on to learn more details about this news!
Researchers found through a dental calculus that there were Maya sacrifice victims in the Midnight Terror Cave. Continue reading to know about the discovery.
Paleontologists first found 12 teeth of a dinosaur in 2019 and uncovered five more over the years. Check out this article to know more about this exceptionally rare fossil of one of the biggest herbivores that ever roamed Australia.
Many young people are getting a popular dental procedure called "Turkey teeth." Learn more about what the trend is and why dentists are concerned about it.