A tooth cracked in half may not hurt, but it still needs prompt evaluation—delaying treatment can lead to infection, nerve damage, or tooth loss. Even without pain, warning signs like sensitivity, ...

Electron microscopy images of a tooth with demineralized enamel (left) and a similar demineralized tooth after a 2-week treatment (right) – credit, Univ of Nottingham Chemists in England have created ...

Scientists from the University of Nottingham's School of Pharmacy and Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, in collaboration with an international team of researchers, have developed a ...

A healthy smile is more than appearance—it is central to overall well-being. Teeth play a crucial role in speaking, chewing, and maintaining proper alignment of the jaw. When even one is missing, the ...

It may take two or three days after starting antibiotics for the tooth pain from an infection to get better, but around a week for the infection to go away completely. It's important to follow your ...

Why is it important to improve the detection of dental caries (tooth decay)? Dentists often aim to identify tooth decay that has already advanced to a level which needs a filling. If dentists were ...