You brush twice daily, floss religiously and see your dentist every six months. But what if these acts of oral hygiene are quietly contributing to one of the planet’s most pressing environmental ...

Composite resin is the most widely used tooth coloured filling material. The tooth is etched with acid before placing the filling in layers. Each layer of filling is typically hardened using a ...

While essential for oral hygiene, everyday dental practices inadvertently contribute to microplastic pollution. Toothpastes, floss, fillings, and appliances release plastic particles into wastewater, ...

RE: Studies find no evidence of harm from mercury in dental fillings (SDN April 24) Your Health and Fitness section led with nearly a full-page article released by the Associated Press and previously ...

Study says people whose teeth have decayed due to excess sugar could now make them whole again, thanks to a new, non-toxic dental filling derived from bile. Currently used dental fillings contain ...

Tooth sensitivity following the placement of a filling is fairly common. A tooth may be sensitive to pressure, air, sweet foods, or temperature. Usually, the sensitivity resolves on its own within a ...

Brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist regularly are essential for maintaining healthy teeth, but new research shows an unexpected downside: our everyday oral care is contributing to the global ...