Are your gums red, puffy and tender? If so, a deep dental cleaning might be on the agenda at your next dentist appointment. Your dentist might recommend a deep cleaning when you develop certain ...

University of Washington scientists have made a remarkable discovery: real teeth growing on the forehead of a deep-sea ratfish. This finding sheds light on the unique adaptations in fish anatomy, ...

Ask any marine enthusiast about the most terrifying ocean predator of all time, and they won’t talk about a great white shark. Instead, they’ll probably name the great white’s ancient competitor, ...

For decades, small grooves on ancient human teeth were thought to be evidence of deliberate tool use – people cleaning their teeth with sticks or fibres, or easing gum pain with makeshift “toothpicks” ...

Sealants are thin plastic coatings that block bacteria from the deep grooves of teeth. Systematic reviews confirm they significantly reduce decay in permanent molars. They are highly effective in ...

Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist for CNET. When not wallowing in weird gear and iPad apps for cats, she can be found tinkering with her 1956 DeSoto. Talk ...

Few health misfortunes are more universally understood or dreaded than a toothache. The dull, persistent discomfort can easily turn into throbbing pain that can be made even worse by sinus pressure, ...