Healthy teeth have long been framed as a cosmetic bonus, but new data from Japan suggests they may be as fundamental to longevity as blood pressure or cholesterol. A massive national study of older ...

A new clinical study involving human participants shows that arginine, a naturally occurring amino acid, can change how dental plaque develops on teeth, helping to reduce the risk of tooth decay. When ...

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Danielle Brooks shared that her daughter recently lost and 'swallowed' her tooth — but said the tooth fairy was sure to show ...

Every night before bedtime, my daughter tilts back her head so that a pair of metal plates inside her mouth can be cranked ...

Sugar-loving mouth bacteria create acids that damage teeth, but arginine can help fight back. In a clinical trial, ...

A large study from Osaka Metropolitan University, based on dental and health records from nearly 200,000 older adults, ...

Many people set New Year's resolutions for the year ahead and 2026 looks to be no different but one dentist has warned a ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you'd like an expert to answer, send it to ...