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October 27, 2015

UN says world eating excess sugar, suggests cutting 5-10 percent from diet

Put down the donut. And while you're at it, skip the breakfast cereal, fruit juice, beer and ketchup.

October 27, 2015

Smokers have increased risk of tooth loss

Individuals who smoke have a higher risk of losing their teeth than non-smokers, found new research published in the Journal of Dental Research.

October 27, 2015

Dentist charged in death of patient getting 20 teeth pulled

A dentist has been charged in the death of a patient who became unresponsive while having 20 teeth pulled and several implants installed last year.

October 27, 2015

Ancient teeth reveal evolution of cavities

Ouch! The bacterium that causes toothaches has become more diverse over the course of human history, a new study finds

October 27, 2015

Dental health during pregnancy: How to care for your teeth and gums

You’ve cut down on coffee, nixed sushi, and exercise most days, but what you may not realize is that oral health is just as important when you’re pregnant.  

October 27, 2015

The weird way red wine fights cavities

Need yet another reason to indulge in a glass of red wine with dinner? Vino may may help prevent cavities, finds a new study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

October 27, 2015

Should you floss before or after you brush your teeth?

It's not a question of if you should floss, but a matter of when. And correctly timing the daily habit can have a major impact on your dental health—here's what the experts have to say in SELF's March issue.

October 27, 2015

How chewing gum improves your mouth's health

Have a mouth full of cavities?

October 26, 2015

‘Soul Surfer’ gets a new smile

Bethany Hamilton’s life changed forever when she survived a shark attack at 13 years old. Now a professional surfer, she tells Dr. Manny how a new smile has helped her regain her confidence

October 26, 2015

Sleeping in dentures doubles risk of pneumonia in elderly, study says

A new study on oral health and hygiene has found that elderly patients who wear dentures during sleep are at a higher risk for developing pneumonia than those who removed them.