The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

New human clinical trial proves arginine, an amino acid, can modify plaque formation on teeth, thereby protecting against ...

Same word, different mess, different threatsThe word plaque is doing a lot of work on social media, and that’s what makes it ...

Though not as effective as toothbrushing, 3D-printed customized mouthguards that spray a micromist that remove plaque from the teeth and gums may be an option for some patients, according to a study ...

A team of scientists has shown for the first time that nicotine residue can be extracted from dental plaque on the teeth of ancient tobacco users. Their research provides a new method for determining ...

A coating made from metallic nanoparticles could help prevent cavities from forming by stopping plaque from developing on the teeth, suggests research from the University of Illinois. A new ...