Teeth function not only because of the hard enamel on the surface, but also because they have roots that anchor them firmly ...

A system of opposing genetic forces determines why mammals develop a single row of teeth, while sharks sport several, according to a study published today in the journal Science. When completely ...

Researchers demonstrated that declining Hedgehog signaling from Cilk1 loss produces stepwise changes in tooth formation ...

New human clinical trial proves arginine, an amino acid, can modify plaque formation on teeth, thereby protecting against ...

Children’s first teeth form while they are still in the uterus, but it usually takes time for those teeth to come in and emerge from their gums. But which teeth come in first? The set of teeth that ...

Researchers found that the bacteria and fungi responsible for a severe form of childhood tooth decay together form 'superorganisms' with unexpected properties. The cross-kingdom groupings were more ...

Teeth are a unique, enduring archive of a lifetime's experiences, stretching back to before birth. They can reveal childhood hardship, seasonal migration, exposure to pollution, radiation or ...

Hypophosphatasia (HPP), also called Rathbun disease, is a rare, inherited condition that affects how your bones and teeth form. It causes problems with mineralization in your body, which is a process ...