Do gaps in baby teeth mean anything?
Teeth are both functional and cosmetic. They help us talk, eat and smile. They're also a sign of health and...
Hygiene Makeup
Should you floss before or after brushing?
When you were a kid, you were probably reminded by your parents, or at least your dentist, to floss your...
What wears down tooth enamel, and how can you prevent it?
Human skeletons will often have a set of teeth long after the body decomposes, and these teeth can look like...
Dental Bridges
We have bridges that span streams, traverse gorges, soar over bays and connect the banks of rivers around the world....
Root Canal Procedure
Guess how many American adults have had tooth decay in their permanent teeth. One third? One half? In fact, 92...
Why do some teeth decay more quickly than others?
It often seems as if people who have fillings have them in their back teeth. Is that really true, or...
Can an abscessed tooth kill you?
John Schneider, a 31-year-old from Mount Orab, Ohio, spent several months battling an infection. Although family members urged him to...
Why do I get canker sores in my mouth?
Even though they are tiny in size, canker sores cause a disproportionate amount of pain. What's more, the causes of...
Can big teeth be shaved down?
Julia Roberts may be an Academy Award winner and a regular on People Magazine's "Most Beautiful" list, but it seems...
What is the dental formula for deciduous teeth?
Mammals have evolved through time as omnivores, which, as you probably know, means we eat both plants and animals. Because...
