Not everyone has wisdom teeth. Third molars usually appear in early adulthood, and grow in at the very back of the mouth.

Scientists in Osaka began clinical trials on proteins to enable children without permanent teeth to develop a third set of ...

You may know that caring for your gut microbiome could help you live longer. But brushing and flossing your teeth is also a potential shortcut to better health.

Growing an entire new tooth—or starting the process so that the cells can continue it when implanted—will require ...

Records obtained by PETA from UMass document multiple incidents in which research monkeys were injured or showed ...

In some cases, wisdom teeth can replace missing molars ... bacteria that affect oral health and cause gum diseases. Major problems like cysts or tumours can be formed that may damage the teeth ...

Scientists from King's College London have managed to grow a tooth under laboratory conditions. And while this breakthrough ...

Over 7% of adults in the UK have at least one missing tooth. Some don’t even have any natural teeth at all. In these situations, dental implants are the best way for them to restore the natural ...