When Charleston resident Grant Martin found his first shark tooth on a Hilton Head Island beach when he was a kid, he thought he discovered one of the greatest secrets in the world. “I thought, ‘Why ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why do people have two sets of teeth? – Ivy D., ...

It’s not surprising that many people fear the dentist. Replacing a tooth often requires invasive surgery and implanting a titanium screw into a patient’s jawbone, then waiting months for that to ...

If you've been staring at your teeth and thinking they could stand to be a little brighter, don't impulsively start a teeth-whitening project, dentists warn. That's because taking the time to plan ...

Brent Chapman can see again after doctors pulled out one of his teeth, flattened it, drilled a hole in it, placed a lens inside and implanted the tooth in one of his eyes. It seems bizarre, but the ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? While a whiter smile seems to be the primary benefit being peddled on social ...

Popular at parties — often filled with treats and toys that can only be obtained through blind mass destruction — the humble piñata typically does not ask much of its users. But this weekend and next, ...

The large triangular teeth of modern great white sharks are known for their boldly serrated cutting edges which allow them to cut their prey into bite-sized pieces. But 15 million years ago an ...

Maintaining good oral hygiene practices is key to keeping your teeth and gums healthy—and spending two minutes brushing twice a day is a crucial part of any routine. This may seem like a simple ...

Many of us will lose an adult tooth in our lifetimes, whether through disease or misadventure – a punch that landed, a skateboarding trick that didn’t, say. And if you join these ranks, which include ...

Share on Pinterest People using GLP-1 drugs are reporting an unusual side effect impacting dental health that some are calling “Ozempic teeth.” Jacob Wackerhausen/Getty Images People using GLP-1 drugs ...