Dentists are warning health-conscious people to avoid homemade and fluoride-free toothpaste if they want to avoid issues with their teeth. The warning comes amid a rise in demand for herbal toothpaste ...

For decades, fluoride has been at the heart of modern dental care, recommended by dentists and added to everything from toothpaste to drinking water. But in recent years, a growing wave of ...

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Looking for an effective, sustainable toothpaste? It might be on top of your head. Scientists have discovered that keratin, a protein found in hair, skin, and wool, can repair tooth enamel and stop ...

Scientists have found that keratin, the protein in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel. The material forms a mineralized layer that halts decay and restores strength, outperforming ...

Selecting the best toothpaste goes beyond just caring for your teeth—your gums matter too. With so many options available, ...

“Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is the main component of enamel and one of the most studied biomaterials in the medical and dental field,” Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, the chief dental officer of Lenny Kravitz’s ...