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Sugar-loving mouth bacteria create acids that damage teeth, but arginine can help fight back. In a clinical trial, arginine-treated dental plaque stayed less acidic, became structurally less harmful, ...

More than 1 in 5 five-year-olds have experienced dental decay in their baby teeth due to everyday drinks that are quietly ...

Scientists have found that keratin, the protein in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel. The material forms a mineralized layer that halts decay and restores strength, outperforming ...

Dentine hypersensitivity and tooth wear are prevalent dental conditions that significantly affect patients' quality of life. As the field of dental research progresses, there is a continuous evolution ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy editor at So Yummy and senior lifestyle editor at Hunker. Over the past 10+ years, Anna has also written for the ...

I’ve been covering lifestyle content for over seven years. How can you tell which are the best whitening products for sensitive teeth? One important measure is that they use a lower percentage of ...