Tooth decay is largely caused by sugar, which interacts with bacteria on our teeth to cause damage. (Getty Images) The importance of taking care of our teeth has been instilled in us since childhood.

The importance of taking care of our teeth has been instilled in us since childhood. But new data reveals that levels of tooth decay among adults in England are similar to those last seen in 1998.

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and ...

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 4, 2025 / Many people struggle with tooth discoloration at some point in their lives due to many reasons, from aging to dietary habits. If your teeth begin to ...

Dental x-ray. Image by Tim Sandle. Dental x-ray. Image by Tim Sandle. Your next toothpaste might be made from your hair, and it could regrow your enamel, according to researchers based at King’s ...

Scientists from the University of Nottingham's School of Pharmacy and Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, in collaboration with an international team of researchers, have developed a ...

NASHVILLE — Rising actress Isabelle Tate, who made her debut on the new series 9‑1‑1: Nashville, died this week at 23, People reported. The cause was a rare form of Charcot‑Marie‑Tooth disease, a ...

9-1-1: Nashville star Isabelle Tate’s death is bringing attention to a rare disease. On Thursday, October 23, news broke that the actress had died at the age of 23. Her agency confirmed the news via ...

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 ...

Fluoride in toothpaste has been shown to strengthen tooth enamel, making our chompers more resistant to acids from plaque and bacteria that cause tooth decay. Researchers from King’s College London ...