More and more parents are becoming aware of tongue ties and lip ties these days, often wondering if they could cause any ...

A recently analyzed near-complete fossil skull found in Antarctica has revealed Vegavis iaai to be the oldest known modern bird, according to a study published in Nature.

Comparative studies have evaluated different surgical techniques for placing zygomatic implants, namely the Original Surgical Technique (OST) and the Anatomy-Guided Approach (AGA). Research ...

In this study, a panoramic radiograph showed a maxillary right central incisor (#11 ... In this case, a proper understanding of tooth anatomy and multidisciplinary teamwork contributed to successful ...

Questions emerged when researchers revisited the fossil’s anatomy. The new study ... Xenodens appears to have two teeth in a single socket, contradicting the well-documented pattern of mosasaur ...

The interdental papilla (IDP) is the extension of the gingiva filling the spaces between adjacent teeth. It extends from the tip of the ... accumulation gingivitis and periodontal disease. Its anatomy ...

Technology helps in many ways, but the training, skills, and artistic ability of an experienced cosmetic dentist are key in ...

Parents in the Ice Age let their kids get away with some pretty wild stuff.

It's natural to want white teeth, but did you know that professional teeth whitening can be expensive? If you desperately want a brighter smile but don't want the large dentist bill that comes ...

Lucy Notarantonio is Newsweek's Senior Lifestyle and Trends Reporter, based in Birmingham, UK. Her focus is trending stories and human interest features ranging from health, pets and travel.