Braces, rubber bands, even jaw surgery—millions endure them in pursuit of a straighter smile. But were misaligned smiles ...

Dr. Purva Merchant has been answering letters from gaptoothed children and their parents — roughly 6,000 in all. “Happy ...

Dental plaque is a complex biofilm at the heart of oral disease. Learn how it causes cavities and gum inflammation and why ...

A university student on a fossil-hunting field trip in Dorset made a stunning discovery: a 145-million-year-old jawbone ...

It’s Burger King’s latest iteration of its signature “flame grilled” Whopper, which debuted in 1957. The BBQ Brisket burger ...

What happens to your teeth when you don't brush before bed and this nightly habit you're skipping is causing serious damage ...

Dr. Elizabeth Walton, cofounder of dental chain Risas Dental, explains how you can get a cavity from your sweetie.

Bun, patty, toppings — burgers are a simple pleasure, right? Not when you’re trying to make a choice in Boston. Sample the ...

Lost the toothbrushing battle with your dog or cat? Vets say you can add this plaque-reducing powder to their food.

We consulted dentists to discover the potential benefits and side effects of fluoride-free, nano-hydroxyapatite toothpaste.

Daily flossing is ideal, but is it necessary? We break down the latest research on flossing frequency, timing, and what's ...

Some of these symptoms will not go away, but luckily, you won’t be taking the GLP-1 forever,” Dr. Elizabeth Walton said.