Tag: teeth

Oral hygiene may be linked to a lower risk of more than 50 diseases

Good oral hygiene is not only about avoiding cavities. An expert points to a single habit that may reduce disease.

Carbonation isn’t what damages your teeth, experts say

Many people see soft drinks as a direct threat to dental health, but the question is whether the link is really that straightforward.

Oral bacteria linked to increased cancer risk, study finds

A large U.S. study suggests that the microbes living in our mouths may do more than influence our gums.

Scientists develop gel that helps teeth repair themselves

Researchers have created a new protein-based gel that can rebuild tooth enamel naturally, potentially ending the need for traditional fillings.

Scientists confirm: Oral hygiene plays a key role in heart disease prevention

Scientists are increasingly finding that what happens inside your mouth could have surprising effects on your heart.

Sour Halloween candy can damage your teeth

Every Halloween, kids and adults alike dive into bags of colorful candy. But among the chocolate bars and lollipops, one type of sweet stands out.