A gap or space between the teeth is common and not usually a cause for concern. In children, a gap often closes by itself with age, but some gaps never close. Regardless of whether you have a large or ...

Just how many teeth do humans have? We take a bite out of the science to help you digest the facts. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

You can try to prevent it, but it’s inevitable: everyone’s teeth stain and yellow over time. Dark-colored foods and drinks are unavoidable in our diets, and genetics, thin enamel or poor oral hygiene ...

While our teeth do so much more than just chewing food, like giving us that confident smile, they could also be silent indicators of our health in general. Though many people think yellowing is ...

Multipotent dental stem cells can give rise to various cell types and show potential for treating injuries, diabetes, and ...

Your smile is one way to express yourself. But if you’re worried about how your teeth look, you may not feel comfortable sharing a great big smile. Crooked or missing teeth can be embarrassing, and ...

Taters and toast could be tooth trouble in disguise. A new study suggests that the number of AMY1 gene copies you have plays a crucial role in how the bacteria in your mouth respond to starch, ...

Craze lines are small vertical cracks in the enamel of your teeth. They aren’t painful, but they can be unsightly.‌ Craze lines aren’t usually a health problem. But what causes them might be. Dentin.