Calgary reintroduces fluoride to water supply after 14 year gap amid rising tooth decayCalgary has resumed water fluoridation after a 2021 plebiscite favored its reintroduction, reversing a 2011 decision. Mounting evidence of ...
02 Jul, 2025, 09.55 AM IST
Is Calgary’s tap water safe again? Why a controversial mineral is making a splash againAfter a decade, Calgary will add fluoride to its water on June 30, 2025. A 2021 vote supported this for better dental health. The city stop...
31 May, 2025, 11.59 AM IST
Chewing gum existed 9,700 years ago! Stone Age hunter-gatherers munched on resin to prevent tooth decayA variety of substances with similar properties, such as resins from coniferous trees, natural bitumen, and other plant gums, are known to ...
19 Jan, 2024, 11.28 PM IST
Halloween Candy: Which kind of candies are most unhealthy for your teeth? Here is everything you need to knowThese myths, while entertaining, should be laid to rest for the sake of a science-literate society.
15 Oct, 2023, 12.22 AM IST
World Oral Health Day: Highly-acidic pickles and salsa dips hurt your teeth, have lentil & broccoli to counter effectAcid deterioration may lead to serious dental problems.
20 Mar, 2020, 04.30 PM IST
Making oral care simple: New small protein coating may help prevent tooth decayThe coating can help prevent new cavities along with healing existing ones.
24 Jan, 2020, 05.36 PM IST
Suffering from dental problems? Sugar-free chewing gum may help prevent tooth decaySuffering from dental problems? Sugar-free chewing gum may help prevent tooth decay
20 Nov, 2019, 06.05 PM IST
Struggling with tooth sensitivity? New material can help regenerate tooth enamelEnamel is the hardest tissue in body and enables teeth to function for a large part of our lifetime.
04 Jun, 2018, 02.24 PM IST
Can pain-free cavity fix be a reality?Researchers from King's College London just announced a new approach to fixing cavities that requires no injections, no drills, and no pain.
20 Jul, 2017, 03.46 PM IST
Six foods that are bad for your teethWhile there are many options to get healthy teeth, there are some foods which spell disaster. Here's what you should avoid.
28 Jan, 2016, 06.33 PM IST
Dental fillings may harm your teethThe practice, if done badly, can increase decay and mean more fillings are needed in other teeth, researchers said.
26 Oct, 2015, 05.28 PM IST
10 tips to keep your teeth healthyDrink plenty of water. It is a natural mouthwash that can help reduce stains left by coffee, soda and red wine.
16 Aug, 2015, 04.49 PM IST
Five reasons why you should drink red wineMany studies suggest that the French are healthy due to the presence of red wine in their diet. Here are some of its health benefits.
22 Jul, 2015, 08.37 AM IST
Five US students to bring smiles to millions of Indian kidsBeginning with the pilot project in the slums of Bangalore, these entrepreneurs are expanding it to other parts of the country as well.
23 Nov, 2014, 05.12 PM IST
- Lions too have dental problems
There are studies galore on man-animal conflict, but this one maps the common suffering of humans and lions.
07 Oct, 2014, 03.47 AM IST
Rising CO2 levels causing 'tooth decay' in sea organisms: ScientistsRising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere are having a catastrophic effect on microscopic marine life, according to scientists.
27 Jul, 2013, 12.59 PM IST
Soda addiction as bad for your teeth as meth or crackDiet soda junkies, beware! Gulping down excessive amounts of soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new stud...
26 May, 2013, 05.48 PM IST