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Competing proteins influence strength of tooth enamelOne protein hardens enamel while the other weakens it, say USC researchers A gene critical to tooth formation expresses a protein that is then … read more

GREG GILBERT / THE SEATTLE TIMESIf the Tooth Fairy ever decides to hang up her wings and jump on the health-care jobs wagon, she might consider touching down in the Cascade foothills at Sonicare. … read more

A root canal refers to damaged tissues in the tooth. If you suspect this is the issue, "keep cold and sweets away from the painful area," Howley says. "If you do this, the pain will typically go a … read more

"You can use crazy glue to replace a tooth off a denture, but that becomes more problematic because the consumer may have difficulty refitting that tooth," Sherer says. "If I were attending a wedd … read more

First things first, rinse the area with warm salt water to flush it out and make sure there is no debris that may be causing the discomfort, Howley says. Traditional over-the-counter pain reliever … read more