A widely circulated image on social media depicted the nerves that run from the human brain, across the face, and into each individual tooth. Ever wonder why the pain from a toothache doesn’t seem to ...

Until now the sensory neurons inside the tooth were primarily thought to send pain signals to the brain, but a new study shows those neurons are multitaskers that also trigger a jaw-opening reflex ...

While most people think that tooth decay is something they can get away with for a long period of time, it is highly advisable to treat the condition as soon as possible to avoid further complications ...

Teeth on display at the Wellcome Collection, London. — Image by © Tim Sandle. Teeth on display at the Wellcome Collection, London. — Image by © Tim Sandle ...

Neurons inside teeth not only sense pain, but they may help protect them from sustaining further damage by triggering a jaw-opening reflex, according to new research from the University of Michigan (U ...

Our health and quality of life is closely linked to our dental health. With age, our teeth become more susceptible to infection, wear and damage, and it is important for the health services to help ...

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