Periodontitis is widespread and can have serious consequences for overall health. Researchers at Fraunhofer have identified a ...

Fluoride, found in toothpaste and public drinking water, protects against tooth decay. (Getty Images) Fluoride is a mainstay of dental care, whether it's delivered in a treatment at your dentist's ...

People generally try to keep hair out of their mouths, but it turns out hair may be good for teeth. Keratin is a protein found in hair and wool. When applied to teeth, it mixes with the minerals in ...

A new study has revealed that toothpaste made from human hair may have the potential to repair tooth enamel and halt early signs of decay. Researchers at King’s College London discovered that keratin ...

New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial ...

Brushing your teeth twice daily isn’t enough to stop them from decaying. Try a useful hack demonstrated by a dentist that can ...

For decades, fluoride has been at the center of public health debates, hailed by experts as a crucial tool in preventing tooth decay while also facing scrutiny from skeptics who question its safety.