Tooth problems have plagued mankind for millennia. We’ve gotten much better at it in the past century or so, but when a cavity breaks through your enamel, the approach is still simplistic: we drill, ...

Scientists in the UK have found keratin, a protein in hair, can rebuild enamel and repair early tooth decay. The discovery could lead to keratin-based toothpaste or dental gels within two to three ...

Few things ruin a day faster than a toothache — the dull, persistent pain that reminds you of how fragile enamel really is. Cavities, fillings, and endless dental appointments have long been part of ...

Tooth sensitivity is one of those common annoyances that sounds minor until you have it. One cold drink, and it feels like someone stabbed your molar with an ice pick. For years, dentists have offered ...

Dentistry can save your teeth, but it's difficult to know what's happening when you're in the chair. A dentist showed Insider what the process can look like from his point of view. Here's how he fixes ...

A new method of stimulating the renewal of living stem cells in tooth pulp using an Alzheimer's drug has been discovered by a team of researchers at King's College London. Following trauma or an ...

The dentist's drill is a sound that sends shudders down the spines of many people, so it sure would be nice if teeth could just repair themselves. Thankfully that's not as far-fetched as it sounds – ...

FARGO — Cameron Kiser took a tumble and landed face first on asphalt. The landing was painful, causing his entire face to throb. A few moments later he discovered it was also damaging: His two front ...

Experts warn using this "hack" can cause permanent damage and even pull out your teeth. TikTokers say they use the rubber band method to save money on costly dental procedures. Visit Insider's ...