Watch: AI robot dentist performs human dental crown in minutes
The footage shows a robot performing a procedure that can take over two hours when done by a human dentist.
Dentist warns of six "dangerous" TikTok trends you should never try at home
Many of these trends can cause "irreparable damage" and pose a significant health risk.
How Medicare benefits would change under plan proposed by doctors
A group of dentists came together to ask Congress to add dental coverage to Medicare.
Archaeologists discover "unique" artificial body part in 18th century skull
The "unusual" object was made with great craftsmanship and would likely have significantly improved the patient's quality of life.
Dentist reveals what she does instead of "harmful" teeth-whitening trend
When it comes to teeth whitening, there are a lot of misleading trends that can do more harm than good. So what should you do to get that bright smile?
Simple, low-cost treatment staves off tooth decay in kids
The treatment promises to reduce the most common chronic disease among U.S. children by 80 percent.
Laughter as golden retriever caught "making fun" of owner after surgery
Charlie the golden retriever had an interesting reaction to seeing his owner after she had tooth implant surgery
Why teen who "didn't like" her teeth decided to shave them with a nail file
Dr. Alex Mehler told Newsweek that this is "incredibly concerning on many levels" and urged people not to modify their own teeth.
Medieval skeletons provide "special understanding" of everyday Viking life
Researchers have found evidence of how Vikings treated dental problems, including seemingly filing their teeth, which may have been a bid to relieve tooth pain.
Dreaded root canals may soon become thing of the past, say dentists
A special type of molecule could be used to regenerate infected pulp within a tooth, reducing the need to drill into it and fill it.
Laughter as man still high from dental surgery forgets "what dogs are"
The recovering patient appeared terrified as his dog bounced over to greet him, with the man even heard to say: "What the hell is that?"
Scientists reveal link between brushing teeth and dementia
Maintaining good oral hygiene could protect us from brain disease later in life, research suggests.
Dental expert warns against viral trend claiming to fix bad breath
Some TikTok users are taping their mouths shut during the night, saying it improves their sleep and prevents bad breath.
Woman, 23, dies after wisdom tooth extraction at the dentist
"We don't know what happened, so we wait for justice," her father said, after civil police said that his daughter's death will be investigated within 30 days.
Dentists reveal exactly what kinds of fruit can cause serious tooth decay
Cavities and the destruction of your pearly whites are on the line if you are careless with this healthy snack.
How Gaps in Pediatric Dental Care Fuel Cycles of Poverty and What We Can Do
At the age of 16, my family fell apart, and my siblings and I ended up in foster care. Before my foster family eventually offered to take me in, my biological family simply didn't have the necessary infrastructure to support regular oral health checkups or guidance on how to maintain oral hygiene.
Dentist reveals what "shark teeth" look like as they treat orphaned girl
Dr. Ashley Brede Ciapciak shared a video to TikTok of a young girl with double rows of teeth in her mouth.
"I'm a cosmetic dentist—I know the secrets to anti-aging your teeth"
A lot of people don't realize the impact the aging process has on our teeth and gums, Dr. Sam Jethwa claims in this exclusive essay.
Outrage as dad pays $50k per year for son's dream school but not daughter's
The father wrote in his Reddit post that he'll pay for his son who's studying to be a dentist, but "there's no way I'm paying $300,000 for her to be a teacher."
The Horrible Habits Dentists Want You to Stop Doing Now
Dental experts warn against common oral hygiene myths people think are a good idea.
Shock Over Child Left With 'Grills' on Teeth Because of Baby Bottle Decay
A video of a child with 10 silver crowns fitted across their upper jaw has left many viewers stunned.
Worker Says He Quit Medical Field to Double Salary Serving Tables
"At my last straw I was working full time, no days off with the wife, and no money (literally) after scraping by with what I needed for rent," said the worker.
Tiny Bots Could Deep Clean Teeth, Say Experts
Nano-sized robots manipulated using a magnetic field can help kill bacteria deep inside teeth to ensure the success of root canal treatments after the living tissue has been removed.
'Creepy' X-Ray Revealing Tooth Inside Chin Terrifies the Internet
"Well it probably doesn't have any cavities," said one commenter on the viral Reddit post.
Dentist Convicted of Breaking Patients' Teeth, Then Charging to Fix Them
"It seemed excessive, but I didn't know any better," one patient said.
Dentist Debunks Toothpaste Dispenser TikTok Trend: 'Worst Combination'
TikTok users have been swearing by a new hack of mixing toothpaste and mouthwash in a soap dispenser, but dentists say it does way more harm than good.
Dentist Explains Why You Should Never Brush Your Teeth After Breakfast
The clip has already racked up over 800,000 views on TikTok.
Woman Without Medical License Pulls 13 Teeth From Patient
The 42-year-old confessed to having performed illegal oral surgery on a patient after being brought in for questioning about a burglary.
'Didn't Expect to Come Out Without Child': Toddler Dies From Dental Work
Three-year-old Abiel Valenzuela Zapata was having two teeth removed when he suffered a suspected allergic reaction while under sedation.
Dentist Reveals How a Floss Pick Can Turn You Into a 'Major League Gamer'
Gamers often use DIY crosshairs when playing "shoot 'em ups"—usually of a dot placed on the screen.