Dear Doctors: I’m getting a lot of advice during my pregnancy. Some of it is useful, but there have been a few old wives’ tales mixed in. A friend says you’re supposed to save your children’s baby ...

Dentistry can save your teeth, but it's difficult to know what's happening when you're in the chair. A dentist showed Insider what the process can look like from his point of view. Here's how he fixes ...

Wisdom teeth removal helps prevent dental problems like pain and infection. This surgery often involves the removal of impacted teeth. Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need Removal? Wisdom teeth are the last of ...

The primary reasons for tooth extraction in adults are severe dental caries and periodontal disease. Studies show an 11% complication rate after extractions, with higher risks for smokers and patients ...

St. Louis children sacrificed their baby teeth to help answer a somber question: Was radioactive fallout from atmospheric nuclear weapons testing being absorbed by children in their bones and teeth?