The secret to preventing tooth decay may have been hiding in your mouth all along. Increasing levels of an amino acid in ...

KUTV — Losing a tooth affects more than just your smile, it impacts your entire oral health. When a tooth is missing, the jawbone beneath it begins to shrink, a process called bone resorption. Over ...

Dental health is influenced by various factors aside from brushing. The mouth responds to food intake throughout the day ...

Dental erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth enamel from an acid attack, a chemical process different from tooth decay caused by bacteria. Common causes include acidic foods and drinks (like soft ...

Facial appearance: As the bone shrinks in the jaw, it can change the look of the lower face, causing the lips and cheeks to sag. Your face can look sunken or aged. Issues with dental implants: If bone ...

Poor oral hygiene is associated with an increased risk for myriad health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and early death. The state of our teeth and gums, ...

You may already know that the bleaching agent used and the exposure time affect the success of teeth whitening procedures, but these factors are the start of considerations dentists must take into ...

Lupus can cause a wide range of symptoms, potentially affecting your oral health, including your teeth and gums. Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an autoimmune disease where the immune ...