Brushing the teeth with banana skin extract, sugar and lemon can cause dental caries and enamel softening resulting in tooth loss ...

“He ended up losing three teeth and a good chunk of his jaw ... are at a greater risk of incurring damage from gum bacteria ...

Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Adams School of Dentistry, and Gillings School of ...

The same damage can be done to tooth enamel.' Dr Singh said herbal teas with no fruit content, such as camomile or peppermint, were not a danger to teeth. Those containing fruits such as lemon ...

Many people brush their teeth using incorrect techniques, such as brushing too hard, using a back-and-forth motion, or not using the right angle. This can lead to enamel wear and gum damage.

Yoghurt has come in for some stick for it's tooth-harming properties lately, but it's important to keep the reports in perspective. Whilst it's true that lactic acid and sugar in yoghurt can have ...

We all know that sugary drinks and snacks can cause tooth decay. That knowledge has led to better habits and a fall in the rates of decay. But recent evidence suggests that another problem is now ...

"It's often a 'guilty pleasure' of sorts." In fact, chewing ice is one of the worst habits that can damage teeth, according to the American Dental Association. Here's how it can harm your pearly ...

On its website, the Dental District explains using toothpicks is 'not recommended even though it is an ancient practice'. First of all, because toothpicks are typically wooden and 'not properly ...

"The moment that you remove tooth structure, if you don't know what you're doing, you're doing irreparable damage and destruction to your teeth," Evans told Insider. Dentists and other ...

But as the sweet treats contain sugar, it can actually do damage. "A favourite treat during outings and special occasions, ice cream is typically high in sugar which can lead to tooth decay as it ...