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At your regular appointment, your hygienist will first clean your teeth and remove any plaque buildup. This process is called scaling. After your teeth are clean, your hygienist might take scans of ...

A coating made from metallic nanoparticles could help prevent cavities from forming by stopping plaque from developing on the teeth, suggests research from the University of Illinois. A new ...

According to the National Institutes of Health, calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and 99 percent of it is stored in bones and teeth. Calcium compounds help give enamel — your teeth’s ...

Researchers have for decades been investigating the correlations between gum disease and a variety of conditions including stroke, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. A new study is now reporting ...

PEOPLE often wonder why they still suffer from tooth decay even after they believe they have been brushing daily and properly. The reason is simple: two ...

White teeth can be a sign of excellent dental health, and some people do whatever they can to keep their smile as white as possible. This includes brushing daily, having regular dental cleanings, and ...

Brushing twice and flossing once a day not only keeps your teeth clean and breath fresh but also benefits your overall health ...