Healthy teeth are wondrous and priceless: Dentist explains why and how best to protect them
At an auction in England in 2011, one of John Lennon's teeth sold for just over US$31,000.
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Q&A: Is xylitol for your teeth a sweet trend or a true cavity blocker?
At first glance, a claim that a sweetener derived from the bark of birch trees can prevent cavity formation might seem far-fetched. It can't be true, some might reason. Sugar causes cavities.
Apr 8, 2024
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Straightening teeth? AI can help
A new tool being developed by the University of Copenhagen and 3Shape will help orthodontists correctly fit braces onto teeth. Using artificial intelligence and virtual patients, the tool predicts how teeth will move so as ...
Mar 13, 2024
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How to make eating healthy easier? The answer may be on the tip of your tongue
If your New Year's resolution was to cut down on salt and sugar in your diet, you may have an unexpected ally: your taste buds.
Jan 30, 2024
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How 'late-rising' T cells combat a stubborn virus
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a pathogen that likes to lurk. Most adults already carry CMV, and they show no symptoms at all. The trouble comes when the virus infects a pregnant person for the first time and passes through the ...
Jan 19, 2024
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Five dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn't try at home
TikTok is full of videos that demonstrate DIY hacks, from up-cycling tricks to cooking tips. Meanwhile, a growing number of TikTok videos offer tips to help you save money and time at the dentist. But do they deliver?
Jan 10, 2024
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AI study reveals the tongue's unique surface
Artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D images of the human tongue have revealed that the surface of our tongues are unique to each of us, new findings suggest. The results offer an unprecedented insight into the biological make-up ...
Dec 14, 2023
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What happens to teeth as you age? And how can you extend the life of your smile?
A healthy smile helps us live long, well and happy lives. But just like our bodies, our teeth succumb to age-related changes.
Dec 13, 2023
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Avoiding 'wine teeth' at those holiday parties
The holidays are all about parties, and parties are all about drinking wine. But if you're a red wine lover, how do you avoid stained teeth?
Dec 12, 2023
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Scientists work to bring tissue regeneration to replace root canal treatment
Want to avoid a root canal? In the future, you might be able to opt for tissue regeneration instead. ADA Forsyth scientists are testing a novel technology to treat endodontic diseases (diseases of the soft tissue or pulp ...
Dec 1, 2023
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