Are teeth the latest potential victims of bisphenol A (BPA)? Yes, according to a new study by French researchers in the American Journal of Pathology (June 10, 2013). The researchers found that the ...

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD • Fluoride poisoning can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. • Too much fluoride in childhood can discolor developing teeth. • High fluoride ...

A Swedish study has found that strong alkaline substances can damage teeth. Researchers noted that substances with high pH values -- such as commercial cleaning substances and some paint removers -- ...

A tooth is a made up of several different layers of tissue. The outermost layer is the enamel, a hard covering that protects the crown, or the visible portion of the tooth. Under that is the dentin, a ...

Ever sink your teeth into a delicious bowl of ice cream only to wince in pain due to sensitivity? Maybe you experience this sensation when drinking cold water or biting into a hot meal, too. Welp, you ...