HAVE you ever wondered what makes up a tooth? Each part of a tooth has unique functions and properties. The major parts of a tooth include enamel, dentin, cementum, root(s), and the root canal chamber ...

The causes of tooth wear may be intrinsic or extrinsic and are usually chemical (acidic) or mechanical (frictional) in nature. Several factors may combine to cause tooth wear in any individual patient ...

Researchers have successfully regenerated tooth root and supporting periodontal ligaments to restore tooth function in an animal model. The breakthrough holds significant promise for clinical ...

It can be easy to take our teeth for granted until something goes wrong. Our teeth play a major role in our ability to eat and digest food, and can affect our overall health. Adults typically have 32 ...