Teeth function not only because of the hard enamel on the surface, but also because they have roots that anchor them firmly in the jawbone beneath the gums. Eating, speaking, and maintaining the shape ...

Researchers have discovered the secret to the powerful cutting ability of ants: they have teeth on the outside of their mouths, and these so-called mandibular teeth are made of a material that can ...

A dental implant is placed within the jaw and serves as an artificial replacement for the root of a missing tooth. Most ...

Adults could one day grow their own replacement teeth instead of having fillings—as scientists make a key discovery. This research offers a potential way to repair teeth and a natural dental treatment ...

Each year, millions of people in the U.S. get dental implants as a long-term, natural-looking fix for missing teeth. But traditional implants don't fully mimic real teeth. Researchers from Tufts ...

Beneath the resilient layers of enamel and dentin that make up our teeth, there exists a vital component residing within each tooth – our pulp. But what exactly does this entail, and why should we ...