Human teeth ‘first evolved 400 million years ago’ in a bizarre armoured fish, according to new X-ray analysis of a fossil. Palaeontologists have used the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF), the strongest X-ray source in the world, to ‘digitally dissect’ the primitive jawed fish. The teeth, belonging to the extinct ‘acanthothoracid’ fish, were discovered near … Read more
A dentist has revealed everything you need to know about teeth whitening – and her top tricks to help you get a perfect smile. Dr Madeleine Duff from Toorak Fine Dentistry in Melbourne said there are countless ways to get whiter teeth – whether you visit a dentist and have it done in the chair, get … Read more
The Mighty Ducks actor Shaun Weiss has been making steady improvements since seeking treatment for an addiction to meth. Now the 41-year-old former child actor has just celebrated a milestone of 170 days of sobriety, according to TMZ. Unfortunately however, after years of drug abuse Weiss’ teeth have been destroyed, but the actor has a … Read more
World’s biggest shark is found to have ‘armored eyes’ lined with nearly 3,000 TEETH that protect its vision because the species lacks eyelids Using ultrasounds, a team found whale sharks have teeth lining their eyes Nearly 3,000 teeth were found on each eye that protect its vision The whale shark can also retract 50 percent … Read more
Pokémon developers release an augmented reality app to teach young children how to brush their teeth The Pokémon Company announced a new AR game to help kids brush their teeth Called Pokémon Smile, the app is out now on Android and iOS devices Kids record themselves brushing their teeth and unlock new Pokémon by targeting … Read more
Baby girl has SECOND mouth complete with lips, teeth and tongue removed after being diagnosed with a rare condition only seen in 35 humans since 1900 WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT Little girl had the 0.8-inch second mouth removed from her face after birth It had first been detected at week 28 of pregnancy but was thought … Read more
Jason Derulo appeared to chip his teeth as he attempted the corn challenge on TikTok on Tuesday. The challenge sees users sticking a cob of corn on a drill and eating it as the drill rotates. However, things appeared to go wrong for the singer, 30, as he seemingly had a dental disaster after catching … Read more
Blundering dentists pulled out almost 150 HEALTHY teeth over a five-year period, new study finds Researchers warn the true number may be higher than official figures suggest They also warn that attempts to tackle the problem appear to have failed Dentist error payouts can be as high as £40,000, depending on the blunder By Pat … Read more
Have we been cleaning our teeth wrong? Woman claims her husband swears by using alcohol mouthwash BEFORE brushing and flossing – and dental experts agree he’s correct TikTok user Kassy shared video of method to platform which has since gone viral Recommends starting with alcohol mouth wash then floss, then brush your teeth Texas-based woman said … Read more
Hydrogen peroxide used in teeth whitening strips damages the tissue deep in the tooth and makes it weaker, a study has found. Whitening kits have become a billion-pound-industry – but companies selling them have come under fire amid their emerging dangers. Now, scientists have found the damage goes even deeper than the enamel, after tests … Read more