An innovative gel that forms a layer over teeth and then recruits calcium and phosphate ions from saliva to build new enamel ...

You won't find visits to the dentist at the top of most people's lists of fun activities, but check-ups could be made easier ...

You don’t need opioids to deal with the pain of the extraction, a new study says. A combination of ibuprofen and ...

What factors should dentists consider before extracting a badly decayed first permanent molar in a child, and what are the consequences of removing or restoring it? Since there's no clear consensus ...

Tooth sensitivity is one of those common annoyances that sounds minor until you have it. One cold drink, and it feels like ...

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Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, ...

A new study challenges the belief that pulling wisdom teeth has a negative effect on taste. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine found that extraction not only can ...