A photo of a long‑expired tube of toothpaste—dating all the way back to 1988—has gone viral on Reddit, attracting more than 50,000 upvotes. The reason? As the caption puts it: “Mom is using toothpaste ...

There could be new hope in the fight against gum disease. Scientists have developed a toothpaste that targets only the bacteria that cause periodontitis, leaving the rest of the oral microbiome ...

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Periodontitis is widespread and can have serious consequences for overall health. Researchers at Fraunhofer have identified a substance that selectively inhibits only those bacteria that cause ...

There are a couple of pretty major anatomical differences between males and females — but who knew matters of our dental health were different, too? Last week, TikTokker Hannah (@not_hannah_06) went ...

If you’ve scrolled through TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen people swearing by sleek black tubes promising whiter, brighter teeth with the help of activated charcoal. But does toothpaste with ...

When you’re brushing your teeth and you’ve squeezed out the last bit of toothpaste, you probably toss the empty tube in the trash. Few people realize that most toothpaste tubes are now recyclable—at ...

Toothpaste made with hair could repair damaged teeth and stop the early stages of decay, a new study has found. Scientists at King's College London discovered keratin, a protein found in hair, skin ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A new, sustainably sourced toothpaste additive may soon transform ...

Fluoride in toothpaste has been shown to strengthen tooth enamel, making our chompers more resistant to acids from plaque and bacteria that cause tooth decay. Researchers from King’s College London ...

Are toothpaste tablets really as good as regular toothpaste? This is a question that has come up in the recent trend. With more people looking for eco-friendly and travel-friendly options, toothpaste ...

The public health practice of adding fluoride to drinking water is facing heavy scrutiny from the Trump administration, and toothpaste companies are being pulled into the fray now, too. The Texas ...