Toothbrushing is the best method to take care of your dog's teeth, but here are 13 other effective ways to get the job done, ...

Have you become lax lately in brushing your teeth? Possibly not flossing as much as before? Or putting off seeing your dentist for checkups and teeth cleaning? If you’ve become careless, you could be ...

The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands has a new law regulating afok or bweesch — lime — that is mostly used in the Pacific islands for betel nut chewing The new CNMI law regulates ...

Most oral health issues begin with early symptoms such as sensitivity, gum or toothache. If these signs are ignored, they can ...

Dentists reveal warning signs of unhealthy teeth you must never ignore and dental care tips to fix your oral hygiene before it is too late.

Gum chewing, a habit I've had for over 60 years, relaxes me and connects me with my past. How incredible that a simple act ...

A woman claims her jawline changed after wisdom teeth removal. Experts explain how impacted teeth can affect facial symmetry and overall jaw structure.

Struggling with a toothache? Chewing cloves could be your natural remedy. Packed with eugenol, cloves help reduce pain, fight bacteria, and ease gum inflammation. Backed by studies, this age-old spice ...

"This may be good news," Lead author Dr Sarah Jackson, from University College London, said. "Dual users can reduce the harm they are exposed to by vaping more and smoking less." Over time the ...

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