Beyond repairing decay, the gel can be applied directly onto exposed dentine (the sensitive layer beneath the enamel).

Tooth or dental erosion is a progressive and irreversible loss of the outermost hard layer of the tooth structure. It is primarily caused by a chemical process and does not include bacterial ...

Dental erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth enamel from an acid attack, a chemical process different from tooth decay caused by bacteria. Common causes include acidic foods and drinks (like soft ...

In restorative dentistry, the preservation of natural tooth structure remains a primary objective, aligned with the principles of minimally invasive dentistry. This case study highlights the ...

A study finds an early mammaliaform displaying tooth anatomy that gives insight into the development of structures such as complex molars and multiple roots. One evolutionary milestone in the ...

Though notoriously short-armed, the T. Rex had other genetic advantages: namely, its teeth. Researchers have found that the saw-like internal tooth structure of carnivorous dinosaurs like the ...

The morphology of an animal's teeth often reflects its diet. A well-known example of a mammal that feeds in the water is the crabeater seal (Lobodon carcinophaga), which consumes large amounts of ...