We all adore a sparkling smile, but yellow plaque on our teeth makes us feel a little less confident. Plaque is a thin, sticky layer composed of food debris and bacteria that accumulates on your teeth ...

The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

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Though not as effective as toothbrushing, 3D-printed customized mouthguards that spray a micromist that remove plaque from the teeth and gums may be an option for some patients, according to a study ...

Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and ...