Skull modification is a rarer phenomenon in Viking Age Gotland, with only three known cases, all of which are female. These ...

The upper incisors can be peg-shaped, short, and notched (Hutchinson's teeth), and the first lower ... protuberant mandible), central nervous system involvement (mental retardation, optic nerve ...

The Skin of Our Teeth is an astonishing production of the classic play at A Noise Within through September 29th.  It is ...

Mamelon bumps are ridges on the edges of teeth that don't cause big problems, but can prevent the "perfect smile." ...

Dental enamel suggests our extinct cousins experienced longer periods of stress during childhood.

Our results showed that the type of erupted tooth did not influence teething disturbances. Only canine eruption led to significantly more loss of appetite in comparison to incisors and molars.

The incisors are often mostly affected. Excessive wear may occur in certain circumstances, either due to internal forces deriving from within jaw, or external forces. Worn dog teeth can take place as ...

Calcium buildup—also called calcium deposits, tartar, or calculus—are hardened patches of plaque that form on the teeth. Plaque is a sticky film that coats teeth and contains bacteria. If plaque is ...

Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) is a wellness editor and holds Sleep Science Coach and Stress Management certificates from the Spencer Institute. She received her bachelor's degree in creative writing ...

A man was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds.