(Graham Thompson/CBC) A Saint John auction house has opened online bidding on a collection of megalodon shark teeth that are millions of years old. Sarah Jones, curator at Jones Auction House ...

Dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually the back teeth-- to prevent tooth decay. Although thorough brushing and flossing can remove food ...

A professional dental appointment to brighten your smile isn’t always in the cards, which is one reason why the best whitening kits are highly popular among beauty lovers. Over-the-counter ...

While bones can regrow themselves when they break, teeth aren’t so lucky, and that leads to millions of people worldwide suffering from some form of edentulism, a.k.a. toothlessness. Now ...

In recent years, research has suggested a connection between oral bacteria and Alzheimer's disease, raising concerns for those with poor dental health. With nearly 700 species of bacteria ...

The treatment for white spots on teeth will depend on their cause. Options include composite resin treatment, managing tooth decay, avoiding sugary drinks, and adjusting fluoride use. White spots ...

Called “tooth-in-eye” surgery, the procedure is what it sounds like: It involves surgically embedding a patient’s tooth into their eye. Known more formally as osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis ...