The primary tension in whitening is balancing patient expectations (driven by marketing) with clinical limitations (sensitivity, cost, stain type). The core tools are bleaching agents like hydrogen ...

Researchers at the University of Nottingham say they’ve come up with a new type of gel that can repair and rebuild tooth enamel — a potentially game-changing treatment, since dentistry today is ...

Researchers have created a bioinspired gel that can regenerate tooth enamel by mimicking natural growth processes. The fluoride-free material forms a mineral-rich layer that restores enamel’s strength ...

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 ...

Celebrities and civilians alike are “fixing” their natural teeth. Now everybody has the same smile … and it’s kind of creepy. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Have you ever looked at Selena Gomez’s teeth? Like, ...

Flashing a gleaming set of pearly whites may feel glamorous, but people who are overzealous with using popular teeth-whitening treatments can seriously endanger their oral health. TikTok and Instagram ...

When Is a Temporary Dental Crown Needed? A dental crown is used to protect and restore a tooth if there’s been any form of damage. Dental crowns may be needed for several different reasons. It may ...

Brian T. Luong, DMD, is an orthodontist at Anaheim Hills Orthodontics and Santa Ana Orthodontics and Chief Dental Officer at Become Aligners. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that replaces a ...

3D dental printing company Formlabs Dental has received 510 (k) medical device clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Premium Teeth Resin, the company announced in a press ...

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Temp tags are getting an update. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission recently said it’s going to start issuing new temp tags — temporary license plate registrations — to combat fake temp tags and ...