Scientists in the UK have found keratin, a protein in hair, can rebuild enamel and repair early tooth decay. The discovery could lead to keratin-based toothpaste or dental gels within two to three ...

Tooth sensitivity is one of those common annoyances that sounds minor until you have it. One cold drink, and it feels like someone stabbed your molar with an ice pick. For years, dentists have offered ...

Dreaming of a whiter smile but frustrated by those persistent stains thanks to the effects of your daily coffee (or wine) fix? Less-than-white teeth can be a real confidence killer, but don't worry — ...

Have you tried whitening teeth with baking soda, lemon, or whitening toothpastes? A doctor explains what works and what doesn’t – and also: Are there dangerous side effects?

If, like us, you don’t make it past 9am without a second piccolo or can’t pass up a glass of red after work, then you’ve probably noticed the effect your penchants are having on your pearly whites.

Which teeth whitening kit is best? Virtually all people believe a smile is an important asset. Many yearn for a brighter smile, especially those of us who love coffee, chocolate and wine. If you’re ...

A small, early-stage cavity or injury to the tooth—when the pulp tissue is still healthy—can be treated with a procedure called direct pulp capping (DPC). This technique protects the pulp and can ...