Two studies on calcium isotopes in teeth have provided new insights into both the extinction of the marine reptiles and weaning age in humans. The findings open new avenues for research in ...

Your dentist says it’s time to remove your wisdom teeth. They may refer you to an oral surgeon, who will do the procedure in their office. It should only take a few days for you to heal and get back ...

Although permanent teeth were meant to last a lifetime, there are a number of reasons why tooth extraction may be needed. A very common reason involves a tooth that is too badly damaged, from trauma ...

Calcium is a nutrient that can benefit a person’s teeth and bones. A calcium deficiency may have adverse effects on a person’s dental health, such as causing tooth decay and tooth loss. This article ...

Tooth transplantation is a rare treatment modality (autotransplantation). Calcium hydroxide therapy can assist in bony regeneration following this type of surgical procedure. This paper describes a ...

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Tooth extraction is the forced removal of a tooth from its bony socket present in the mouth. It is done manually by a dentist using tooth forceps in a dental clinic. The first thing that comes to ...

A gel ‘filling’ made from calcium could prevent complications after having your teeth extracted. The filling is injected into the socket immediately after a tooth is removed to encourage the growth of ...